HR teams have moved beyond administrative and personnel-focused duties and are now leveraging data, analytics and artificial intelligence to create sweeping changes in the way companies manage people. Automation is a key driver of these changes.
As I outline in my newly published book Data-Driven HR: How to Use AI, Analytics and Data to Drive Performance (2nd edition), this shift is not just about streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency. It’s about adding strategic value to organizations by freeing HR professionals from routine tasks so they can focus on more complex and creative responsibilities.
Let’s take a look at some of the ways HR is using the latest automation technologies to elevate efficiency, enhance employee engagement, and drive data-driven decision-making.