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ManpowerGroup Academy’s RTDM Model aligns the needs of employers with the capability of talent, through tailored training and development programmes. Business models are being disrupted! The macroeconomic forces ManpowerGroup identified a decade ago shifting demographics, greater individual choice, client sophistication and technological revolution and their structural impacts are evident as predicted. This confluence of digitisation, machine learning, aging and shifting populations, polarisation, consumerisation and alternative ways of working means business models are being transformed. We are in the midst of a skills revolution. Technology is transforming businesses and we know companies cannot find the talent they need. In APAC for example our Talent Shortage Survey shows that 46% employers are reporting difficulty filling vacancies at this point in time. Traditionally, businesses have relied on tertiary education providers to equip people with necessary skills to become productive in the world of work. Yet, even though Malaysia has 200,000 graduates every year, only 75% of graduates are employed upon graduation. In fact, despite having a relatively low unemployment rate of 3.5% in Malaysia, 61% of the unemployed are young people aged 15 to 24. So we asked ourselves what the reason behind graduate unemployability is, and what can we, as a leading workforce solutions organisation, do about it? The fourth industrial revolution brings fundamental shifts around the world that require unprecedented rapid changes in academic curricula. It is predicted that 65% of jobs that Gen Z will perform do not even exist yet. A contributing factor is family pressure for graduates to pursue qualifications in more “traditional” professions such as law, medicine, and engineering. Our assessment of graduates completing our programmes revealed that one out of three completed a degree that may not align with their core competencies. This proved to be a significant contributory factor in graduates deciding on what jobs to pursue. Faced with this reality, we saw an opportunity to bridge the gap between the employer’s expectations and the graduate’s capabilities. By establishing programmes that first aligned graduate competencies with the demands of the job, we could then focus on accelerating the graduates’ work readiness through tailored experiential learning and development. This culminated in establishment of the ManpowerGroup Academy in 2009 to bridge the gap between employers’ expectations and candidates’ skills. Over the years the Academy has evolved its programmes to meet specific employer needs through structured training and coaching, accelerating graduates’ work readiness, and enhancing their employability.

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Modern HR Software Solutions Introduce New Features to Enhance Workplace Efficiency in 2024

Factorial | February 05, 2024

With the New Year underway, many businesses are reevaluating their HR software solutions to increase efficiency and effectiveness in the evolving HR management landscape. Gartner data highlights that businesses frequently replace HR software due to system inefficiencies, missing features, and reliability concerns. Key reasons for dissatisfaction include inefficiency (34%), insufficient functionality (29%), and unreliability (13%). In response to these challenges, modern HR software solutions are offering five new features designed to enhance efficiency within its software AI-powered Applicant Tracking System : New AI-powered Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to streamline the traditional CV screening process, a major bottleneck in recruitment. This innovative feature allows hiring managers to assess applications based on various criteria such as company values, job descriptions, CVs, offer letters, and custom questions. The result is a significant reduction in screening time, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation process. Geofencing Precision: Geofencing Precision addresses challenges faced by organizations with multiple locations or flexible policies. By incorporating geofencing capabilities into its time-tracking features, HR software solutions help prevent unauthorized overtime, a key contributor to increased labor costs and decreased workforce productivity. This enhancement allows HR leaders to enforce accurate clock-ins at designated workplaces, thereby reducing labor costs and enhancing employee accountability. Insights V2 Data Analytics. Insights V2 provides organizations with comprehensive data for informed decision-making. Users can now filter company data using multiple parameters, simplifying the process of checking and exporting valuable metrics in real-time. This timely and accurate insight is crucial for strategic decision-making. Time-Saving Documentation: Time-Saving Documentation enables users to pre-fill forms with document templates and fillable PDFs. This streamlined process, combined with personalized data, enhances efficiency for employees verifying information, meeting the growing demand for tools that simplify administrative processes. Seamless Payroll Integration: HR software solutions are seamlessly integrating payroll and benefits administration with HR management processes. This aims to enhance organizational efficiency by reducing manual errors, improving accuracy, and fostering collaboration between HR and finance departments. Recognizing this, Factorial, a leading provider of HR software solutions, is introducing innovative features from AI-powered applicant tracking to payroll integration. Jordi Romero, Co-founder and CEO of Factorial, emphasizes, "These new features reflect our dedication to empowering HR teams globally. By harnessing the power of technology, we aim to transform the way organizations approach human resources, fostering efficiency, collaboration, and success." As businesses strive for greater efficiency and effectiveness in the new year, Factorial is committed to providing support and solutions. About Factorial Founded in 2016, Factorial offers people-centric solutions for HR teams, automating processes so they have more time to dedicate to the people within their organization. With over 75,000 users across 65+ countries, Factorial serves clients such as KFC, Booking.com, and Whisbi. Factorial became Europe's newest Unicorn in 2022 following a Series C investment round.

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