Sep 11, 2024

Dear HR Professionals,

In today’s HR newsletter, we’ll explore some hot trends and actionable steps in human resource management that can help elevate your organization’s strategies.

Firstly, the emerging trend of tracking employees’ working locations in a hybrid work environment is gaining traction. PwC’s plans to track employees’ working locations in a hybrid crackdown raise questions about the best approach to ensuring productivity and accountability in a remote and hybrid work setup. As more firms tighten their office attendance rules, it’s essential for HR professionals to consider the implications and effectiveness of such strategies in practice.

Secondly, the importance of aligning workplace learning with the academic year is an emerging theme. With the benefits of aligning workplace learning with the academic year, September becomes an opportune time for L&D; initiatives. It’s crucial for HR professionals to leverage this back-to-school momentum to drive learning and skills development initiatives that align with the academic calendar.

Lastly, the use of Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) as a strategic tool for HR and organizations is a trending idea. The ICHRA offers HR leaders the opportunity to deliver value, savings, and personalization to employees, while also promoting diversity and inclusion. Outsourcing health benefits through ICHRA allows HR to focus on core HR functions, making it a strategic and effective approach for organizations.

In addition to these themes, it’s important for HR professionals to stay updated on the latest HR trends and actionable steps. The rapid evolution of technology, particularly in AI, thoughtful and strategic succession planning, and data-driven adaptation to the emergence of new skills and changing job roles are critical areas for HR to focus on as we move towards 2025.

To further enhance HR strategies, it’s crucial to consider the impact of corporate policies on employee well-being. The recent case of FedEx requiring employees with disabilities to be 100% healed highlights the importance of creating inclusive and supportive policies that prioritize employee well-being and diversity.

Furthermore, HR professionals should also focus on talent development and core skills enhancement. The ebook “How to Bring Hearts and Minds to Work: A New Core Skills Taxonomy for Better Performance and Cultures” emphasizes the significance of core skills development in building high-performing teams and fostering a positive workplace culture.

Moreover, HR leaders should explore the concept of adaptive leadership in empowering managers for the new era of talent management. This approach focuses on agile performance management, building resilient talent pipelines, empowering autonomous management, and cultivating inclusive leadership to navigate the evolving business landscape.

In conclusion, staying abreast of these emerging themes and trends in human resource management is essential for HR professionals to develop strategic and effective HR practices that support organizational growth and employee well-being.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

Themes:

1. Tracking Employees’ Working Locations in a Hybrid Work Environment

2. Aligning Workplace Learning with the Academic Year

3. Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) as a Strategic Tool

Sources:

1. PwC plans to track employees’ working locations in hybrid crackdown – but is this the best approach? (news@comms.cipdmail.com)

2. [Special Edition] 3 Hot HR Trends & Actionable Steps You Can Take (content@hrmorning.com)

3. The HR secret weapon you haven’t heard about (newsletter@divenewsletter.com)

Stay Well!