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Technology
Turning Techies Into Consultants
December 17, 2009As subject-matter experts, engineers at India-based Wipro have technological expertise as well as knowledge of the industries of the clients they serve. They knew how to build software systems that optimized supply chain but were less capable of articulating ways clients could improve such systems. Here’s how Wipro set about changing that.
Social Media, E-Mail Remain Challenging for Employers
December 16, 2009Although many organizations lack social networking policies, one-quarter of the nearly 800 compliance and ethics professionals surveyed said their organization has had to discipline an employee for activities on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn.
No-Match Rule Abandoned in Favor of E-Verify
November 25, 2009Employers are advised to verify that job applicants are eligible to work in the U.S. Although the Obama administration has made E-Verify the centerpiece of its workplace enforcement efforts, many employer groups, including the Society for Human Resource Management, criticize it as ineffective and inefficient. Despite DHS’ action and the ongoing debate over E-Verify, employers remain obligated to ensure that they do not hire or continue to employ individuals who are not authorized to work in the U.S.
DHS Launches Ad Campaign Encouraging E-Verify Sign-Up
About 170,000 firms are using the system. The ‘I E-Verify’ campaign includes a public service television advertisement that touts companies for their efforts to ensure a legal workforce.
November 19, 2009About 170,000 firms are using the system. The ‘I E-Verify’ campaign includes a public service television advertisement that touts companies for their efforts to ensure a legal workforce.
Aruspex CAPTure Workforce Planning Software
October 28, 2009Aruspex CAPTure workforce planning software allows users to graphically see the future profile of a company’s workforce, as well as build and compare different scenarios.
Talent Software Market Expands Despite Economy
While growth rates are less than what was projected a year ago, the talent management market as a whole is growing by about 15 percent and should reach $2.5 billion this year.
October 26, 2009While growth rates are less than what was projected a year ago, the talent management market as a whole is growing by about 15 percent and should reach $2.5 billion this year.
House OKs Three-Year Extension of E-Verify Program
October 16, 2009With action on comprehensive immigration reform pushed off to next year, the House approves a homeland security funding bill that would renew the government-run electronic employment verification system.
Xerox-ACS Deal Continues the Shake-Up in HRO
September 28, 2009The cash-and-stock deal, valued at $6.4 billion, comes in the wake of news in July that Hewlett-Packard’s ExcellerateHRO division is exiting HR business process outsourcing.
Xerox to Buy Parent of Buck Consultants for $6.4 Billion
September 28, 2009Xerox Corp. plans to acquire Affiliated Computer Services Inc., the parent company of Buck Consultants, which provides HR consulting services addressing employee health and wellness, HR technology, and administration and retirement plans.
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