🚀 Building a Productive and People-first Way of Working

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🎯 HR Trend Spotlight: AI-Powered Absence Prediction from Softworks

Softworks has announced the launch of an AI-powered Absence Predictor to help companies improve workforce management. The tool uses machine learning to predict when and where employee absences are likely to occur. This allows HR teams to act ahead of time by planning coverage, reducing last-minute scheduling issues, and cutting costs. The new solution fits into a broader move toward predictive HR tools that focus on data-backed decision-making. It shows how AI can play a practical role in solving everyday HR problems like absenteeism and productivity drops. Read more.

🎧 HR Insights

In this Digital HR Leaders podcast episode, David Green spoke with Annie Dean, Vice President of Workplace and Future of Work Transformation at Atlassian. Dean shared how the company has evolved over five years as a fully distributed organization. She explained how Atlassian uses behavioral science, asynchronous collaboration, and AI to build a more productive and people-first way of working.

💡 HR Tips & Tricks

Tip of the Day: Use exit interviews as a future-focused tool. Ask departing employees what would have made them stay, then test those insights in pilot programs for current teams.

Trick of the Day: For teams struggling with collaboration, introduce “talent trading cards.” Each team member creates a card with their strengths, quirks, and best work styles. It’s a fun way to build awareness and reduce friction.

🧾 HR Case Files - Keeping the Focus on Strategy and Performance

The Dallas Cowboys partnered with Trintech to fix bottlenecks in their financial and HR operations. The franchise faced issues with slow manual reconciliation processes and inefficient task tracking. Trintech’s solution helped automate close processes and brought in real-time visibility for finance and HR teams. With streamlined reporting and reduced cycle times, the Cowboys were able to focus more on strategy and performance.

Key Takeaways

• Automation isn't just for finance; HR can benefit from real-time tracking tools.

• Integration between departments speeds up decision-making.

• Replacing manual work creates more room for strategic HR.

🧰 HR Toolbox

Stay equipped with the latest HR events and resources.

Resource of the Day

A research article in Management Decision explores the impact of HR analytics on business outcomes. It argues that analytics-driven HR practices lead to better talent management, improved decision-making, and higher employee satisfaction. The article also warns that companies must avoid “analysis paralysis.” Data must be turned into clear, actionable insights that drive behavior and culture.

Event of the Day

Indeed FutureWorks, happening on September 10-11 at New Orleans, LA, will focus on reshaping hiring through innovation, inclusion, and actionable tech. The event will cover changes in talent acquisition, workplace experience, and the role of AI in hiring. With sessions led by top voices in recruiting and HR strategy, it promises practical tools and a forward look at how people-first hiring is evolving.

For event details and registration, visit the website. 

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