University of Michigan to offer 20-week leadership development program

Planned for delivery through the school's CorpU online platform, the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business is rolling out a 20-week program designed to provide managers with needed tools to execute "high-impact leadership principles," including positive leadership, talent management and follow-through. The new program focuses on short-bursts of knowledge, according to the announcement. Designed at five minutes per week for a 20-week period, the online courses give busy executives the opportunity to practice new strategies on a consistent basis, which should increase long-term effectiveness of the learning. The program is designed around research that suggests the majority of traditional learning does not result in a permanent change in behavior. Only 15% of learners who go through traditional training will actually succeed in enabling permanent change, research cited by U of M said. The remainder either never act upon the knowledge or try and fail to apply the learning. This new program adds to the suite of material offered to employers through universities, much of it designed to provide leaders and learners with job-critical skills that range from executive-level leadership to supply chain management and more. The push to personalize learning and make it job-relevant immediately seeks to resolve the long-term knowledge retention problem. Allowing workers to access knowledge on-demand and as needed also aims to boost learning and application and many of these new platforms offered by universities hope to serve as the medium for employers looking to do this type of training. As businesses recognize the need for soft skills (leadership, communication and innovation), more are looking to train for these highly valued proficiencies. Traditional training, like classroom learning, is giving way to continuous learning as the marketplace shifts rapidly, putting more demands on workers and business. But generally upskilling employees to meet the skill demands of today's market and finding the right tools to do so is more necessary than ever to keep pace with the constantly evolving landscape.

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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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