When ICE requests worksite access, CA employers must now demand a warrant

The new law could confuse California employers, who may think they have to comply with all requests from federal agents to remain above board.

By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 25, 2018

HR is taking a more human-centered approach in 2018

HR leaders say they're humanizing the workplace, in part by celebrating employees' life events, according to an annual SHRM/Globoforce survey.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 25, 2018

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A deep dive into the future of work

With shifting employee expecations and the sudden ubiquity of AI, uncertainity is the only certainty in the future of work, workforce experts say. But there are steps HR can take to cope.

By HR Dive staff

Uber hires its first chief diversity officer

Bo Young Lee will take on the position, which was created at the recommendation of former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 24, 2018

ADP acquires WorkMarket, extending pay services to contingent workers

The legacy payroll company is setting itself up to be a key player in the growing gig economy, especially as HR's relationship with gig workers expands.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 23, 2018

'Reskilling crisis' emerging as 1.4M US jobs face technology disruption

Only 2% of workers could transition to new jobs if immediately called on to take another job that matched their skill set, according to a World Economic Forum report.

By Naomi Eide • Jan. 23, 2018

6 office improvements to promote employee mental health in 2018

From more natural light to dedicated entertainment rooms, employers will be focused on providing amenities that boost mental wellness this year.

By Matt Ferstler • Jan. 19, 2018

Your employees are leaving because they're bored

One-third of professionals in a Korn Ferry study say they're on the market again because they want a new challenge — not because of their salary.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 19, 2018

The best tech workplaces noted for inclusivity, respect for individuality

Absent from the list are some of the biggest names in the industry — Microsoft, Google, Facebook, Apple and Amazon, among others.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2018

76% of HR leaders say their onboarding processes go underutilized

Respondents to a Kronos study were more likely to focus on administrative details, like new hire paperwork, than strategic development and training.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 17, 2018

NC State researchers find causal link between diversity and innovation

A diverse workforce can better develop innovative products and services, according to their study.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2018

Office food is the biggest obstacle to wellness, employees say

Business travel and the office vending machine also pose a problem for employee health goals, a Robert Half survey shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2018

To be successful in 2018, HR needs support from corporate leadership

All too often, the view has been that HR doesn’t add to the bottom line, and therefore it doesn’t warrant the investment. That can no longer be true in 2018, writes David W. Garland of Epstein Becker Green.

By David W. Garland • Jan. 12, 2018

ATD: Mentoring programs boost retention, engagement rates

The organization recommends employers start with a pilot program to test formal mentoring in their workplaces.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 12, 2018

Both sitting and standing too much at work can be bad for worker health

New analysis from the CDC reveals that the conversation around ergonomics at work is more complex than recent discourse may make it seem.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 12, 2018

Firefighter, police officer among CareerCast's list of top 10 most stressful jobs

Regardless of the occupation, HR must be proactive in addressing stress and burnout.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 12, 2018

Men and women in STEM disagree over workplace gender inequality

A Pew study reveals that women are more likely to feel hostility in STEM fields than men.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 11, 2018

The big secret to employee engagement

Year after year we hear that only one-third of U.S. employees actually enjoy going to work. Where are employers failing the rest of their workforces?

By Cord Himelstein • Jan. 11, 2018

Upgrades to enterprise software could free up workers in 2018

Personalization, machine learning and push notifications promise to make routine tasks less time intensive, TechRepublic says.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 10, 2018

OSHA is down 40 safety inspectors, raising enforcement questions

Site inspections are up overall, but specific regions have seen a decline.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 10, 2018

USCIS 'not considering' change to H-1B extensions

Still, the uncertainty of the program's direction is forcing some companies to review their business model in case of significant changes.

By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 10, 2018

What you need to know about company culture

Everyone loves to talk about culture — but what, exactly, does it mean?

By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 10, 2018

High turnover, low unemployment are impeding hiring plans

Employers are looking to hire both full-time and contingent workers in 2018, a CareerBuilder survey shows, but they'll have several hurdles to overcome.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 10, 2018

Your 2018 benefits resolution? Getting the most out of what you have

Go ahead, add that shiny new voluntary benefit to attract candidates. But don't forget about execution.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 10, 2018

AI helping to reduce worker wear-and-tear injuries

Researchers are developing sensor suits to encourage trainees to modify movements to reduce body strain.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 9, 2018

Kronos: Expect emerging tech, data and accessibility to take off in 2018

Efforts to improve engagement haven't yielded much improvement, Kronos says, but connecting the problem to other business challenges might help.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 9, 2018