(This article is written by Alastair Schirmer. Alastair is GM of Tech and Innovation at TQSolutions. He leads a team of expert consultants who advise clients globally on the HR tech strategy to address today’s critical business challenges as well as HR tech-enabled innovation to attract and retain talent.)
As my colleagues have explored in the previous articles of this HR thought leadership series, the significance of internal talent mobility has risen to new heights – and the industry has to respond.
Firstly, you can find their respective articles here:
- Understanding Today’s Landscape: The New World of Internal Mobility & Career Development by Nadine O’Regan
- The Employee's Perspective: Navigating Career Pathways Within by Emma Gibbons
- Behind the Scenes: The HR Function's Role in Driving Internal Mobility & Talent Development by Ana Adams
So, where to next?
Organisations are waking up to the fact that nurturing and leveraging their existing talent pool is not only strategically advantageous but also a practical way to stay agile and competitive.
This article delves into the realm of HR technologies and their role as enablers of internal mobility.
I will explore the vital part enablers will play in shaping the workforce of the future and how HR professionals can harness their power today, to prepare for the commercial environment of tomorrow.It’s an exciting time ahead. Here’s what you need to know.
The Challenges Associated With Adopting HR Tech
To better understand the value of enablers in HR Tech, it’s important to first understand the common challenges currently being faced in the industry
Staying up to date with rapidly evolving HR technology
HR technology is a constantly evolving space. As organisations strive to embrace the latest tech innovations, the challenge lies in staying abreast of these rapid changes. As a result, the role of HR departments has now expanded beyond traditional functions, encompassing tech integration and strategy alignment – a reality that may present many hurdles.
Ensuring the smooth integration of HR tech solutions into existing HR systems
Weaving new tech solutions into existing HR systems is a precarious task. The process requires meticulous planning, adaptability, and an unwavering focus on preserving the core aspects that make your organisation unique. Even if successful, integration is again just another precursor to further potential challenges.
Achieving buy-in from both top management and employees
Convincing top management and other employees of the worth of HR tech can be difficult. It requires clear communication of complex systems and processes. It is also often encumbered by age-old “human vs. machine” concerns. So, addressing the genuine automation fears of employees while also explaining the immense opportunities that HR tech provides requires strategic finesse.
HR Tech Offers a Comprehensive SolutionThough the challenges associated with innovation are plenty, a beacon of opportunity has emerged in the form of HR tech startups that specialise in developing internal talent marketplace solutions.
This translates to a more empowered workforce and a strategic alignment of individual goals with the organisation's broader and future-focused objectives. They are also significant when it comes to easing the burdensome responsibilities placed on HR professionals by new and evolving technologies.
Designing Your HR Tech Stack Strategically
Remember when I mentioned that navigating HR tech requires strategic finesse?A pivotal aspect of this technological journey is the intentional design of your tech stack; the set of enablers you use to support your HR function. To lay the foundations, HR managers must first clarify the purpose of using tech enablers and the people that they will directly impact. This not only streamlines operations but also enhances the employee experience.
An All-Encompassing Approach
As for addressing the human vs. machine dichotomy, automation fears can be curbed by HR professionals creating pivotal career “moments that matter."" These moments extend beyond skill development to encompass consultation, mentorship and guidance to provide a supportive, humanised environment for growth amidst an increasingly tech-based workplace.
These moments often emerge at the intersection of data, experience, insight, and a touch of human empathy.
TQ Solutions: Bridging the Tech Strategy Gap
TQSolutions is a guiding light toward this all-encompassing approach to talent.With expertise in talent and people strategy, TQ Solutions helps organisations align their tech strategies with their overarching goals. By integrating sophisticated analytics tools, they identify high-potential employees and craft tailored development plans. This synergy between human insight and technology lays the groundwork for a workforce that thrives in a dynamic commercial world.
Preparing For The Journey Ahead
The future of internal talent mobility is dependent upon HR tech.
The proliferation of AI-powered recruitment tools, predictive analytics, and personalised learning pathways all foreshadow an era where HR technology and human capital operate together in harmony. As organisations continue to evolve, their ability to navigate this partnership will become a key factor in their success.
HR technology, when embraced holistically, holds the potential to revolutionise not just how employees move within organisations but also how companies adapt and thrive. As we embrace this future, let's remember that the power lies not just in the technology itself but in how it’s leveraged to foster a culture of continuous evolution and collaboration.
This article is written by Alastair Schirmer. Alastair is GM of Tech and Innovation at TQSolutions.
A final word from GoFIGR….
Your future team is already working for you.
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- realise your team’s full potential
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Most importantly, GoFIGR empowers you to nurture the skills and talent that your organisation needs to move forward.
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Alastair is GM of Tech and Innovation at TQSolutions. He leads a team of expert consultants who advise clients globally on the HR tech strategy to address today’s critical business challenges as well as HR tech-enabled innovation to attract and retain talent.
