Category: CHRO, Human Resources
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How Smarter Employees and Integrated AI Agents Will Team Up in the New Work Day
At Workday’s 20th anniversary event, CEO Carl Eschenbach emphasized the future of work as AI-driven and human-focused. Key executives discussed the importance of change management, AI literacy, and the integration of AI agents to drive operational benefits. Workday introduced innovative tools like Workday Build to support this transformative shift in businesses.
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AI Digital Dexterity: Upskilling the Next Wave of Transformation Leadership
Digital dexterity is a crucial meta-skill for effective leadership in the genAI era. Leaders need adaptability, a willingness to experiment, and enhanced communication about AI’s role in their organizations. Emphasizing critical thinking and digital literacy is vital for preparing teams for AI’s rapid evolution, moving away from traditional management methods.
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Are Engineers Prepared for the Emerging Agentic AI Software Development World?
Agentic AI software development is revolutionizing low-code and no-code platform capabilities. Reports indicate a significant rise in AI-assisted coding among developers. As AI agents become more autonomous, traditional coding may decline, posing questions about the future roles of software engineers and enhancing business capabilities.
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7 Ways Gen AI Drives Outcomes: Help Employees With Work They Couldn’t Easily Do Before
Gen AI drivve outcomes by enhancing employee capabilities rather than solely being viewed as a productivity tool. Its true benefit lies in enabling complex tasks, improving customer insights, enhancing call center performance, simplifying compliance, and facilitating data analysis. Ultimately, Gen AI empowers employees, driving significant business outcomes alongside productivity gains.
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7 Rewarding Career Paths for the Fearless Agile Program Manager
Agile program managers are facing significant risks amid tech layoffs, with 8.3% impacted in recent cuts. As agile methodologies rise, some roles are declining. Career paths for agile program managers include transitioning to technical leadership, product management, data governance, and more. Continuous skill development and networking are essential for future opportunities.
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25 Emerging GenAI Roles to Boost HR, Tech, and Security Careers
Organizations seek new roles like AI Change Agents, GenAI Business Analysts, and AI HR Coaches, emphasizing the need for skills development and lifelong learning in the evolving job market. StarCIO’s 25 GenAI emerging roles include AI Career Developers, AI Security Architects, and AI Agent Developers.
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Predictions on Culture, Gen AI, and Innovation That I Hope Are Wrong
Isaac Sacolick highlights concerns about DEI practices, hybrid work’s potential decline, AI overinvestment, and underinvestment in employee leadership development and training. He stresses the importance of leadership development for organizational success, warning against possible setbacks if companies fail to prioritize these areas.
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What do Transformation Leaders Hope for in 2025? More Empathy, Growth, and Humanity
In his last post of 2024, Isaac Sacolick reflects on a challenging year despite significant achievements in content creation and community-building. Discussions during the Coffee With StarCIO Digital Trailblazers on moral courage highlight the importance of empathy and collaboration. Looking ahead, a hopeful vision for 2025 focuses on humanity and connection.
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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Three Timely Strategies for CIOs and Digital Trailblazers
Isaac Sacolick reflects on his experiences and shares valuable lessons from his book, Digital Trailblazer. Highlighting the significance of addressing burnout in IT, promoting diverse teams for innovation, and fostering a positive team culture, Isaac emphasizes the need for compassionate leadership heading into 2025.
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What Every Innovative CIO Must Focus On in 2025 Budgets—Beyond Just AI
CIOs should prioritize AI, security, and investing in talent for their 2025 budgets Emphasizing diverse hiring, leadership development, and hybrid work policies will enhance organizational performance and employee satisfaction. Transformational leadership is critical in navigating future challenges.
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3 Ways CIOs Can Drive Amazing Employee Experiences in the Gen AI Era
CIOs often face challenges in prioritizing employee experience in digital transformation. While customer experience and data initiatives may take precedence, neglecting employee experience can affect hiring and morale. Strategies like promoting hybrid work, evaluating AI agents in service functions, and enhancing developer experiences can drive significant improvements and organizational benefits.
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How CIO, CHRO, and CFO Energize HR and Finance with Gen AI Innovation
CIO, CHRO, and CFO looking to transform HR/finance beyond productivity drivers can find how real gen AI EX improvements drive long-term business value