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🤖 HR Trend Spotlight: Introducing AI in Unionized Workplaces—Legal Pitfalls and Practical Advice

Employers across Canada are beginning to adopt AI tools, but doing so in unionized workplaces comes with strict conditions. The introduction of AI must align with collective agreements. This means employers can't simply implement AI-based systems for hiring, surveillance, or productivity monitoring without discussing it with the union. Read more.

🎧 HR Insights

A recent report highlights that workplace relationships are now more important than ever, especially as companies struggle with employee retention and engagement. The data shows that people with strong bonds at work are more productive and less likely to quit. Despite this, many HR teams focus more on performance metrics than on human connection.

💡 HR Tips & Tricks

Tip of the Day: Go beyond tracking vacation balances—start tracking how employees feel about taking time off. Use short pulse surveys to check if people feel pressured to stay connected during breaks. This helps HR spot burnout risk early and promotes healthier boundaries.

Trick of the Day: Assign red, yellow, or green labels to your compliance calendar based on task risk. For example, federal filings might be red, state notices yellow, and internal reminders green. This helps HR teams focus energy where mistakes are most costly.

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🧾 HR Case Files - Barrier-Free HR Portal Breaks Engagement Records at Charleston Southern University

Charleston Southern University partnered with SwellSpace to launch a new HR portal focused on ease of access. The goal was to remove friction in how employees find forms, request time off, and connect with HR. Within weeks, the new portal recorded a 60% spike in engagement. The university’s HR team designed the platform with input from employees at all levels, testing user flows to keep things simple. Instead of burying policies and forms in nested folders, everything was made searchable and mobile-friendly.

Key Takeaways

• Employee input during design led to higher usage.

• Clear layout and mobile access made the portal feel “lightweight” and fast.

• HR saved time on repetitive questions thanks to self-service features.

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Resource of the Day

A whitepaper from HRD Australia breaks down the latest payroll changes. This includes compliance updates on record-keeping, electronic pay slips, and tax reporting. It also explains how payroll is becoming a strategic role, not just an admin task. The paper helps HR professionals identify where old practices are now out of step with the law and offers a checklist to stay current. It’s especially useful for those managing payroll in-house without a dedicated legal team.

Event of the Day

The Mortgage Bankers Association will host the 2025 HR Symposium on September 17-18 at Washington, DC. This event brings together HR leaders from banking, finance, and related sectors. Topics include succession planning, remote onboarding, and inclusive hiring practices.

For event details and registration, visit the website. 

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