SOFTWARE SAVVY: HR TECHNOLOGY AND ITS HUMAN SIDE

Did You Know?

Only 24% of HR leaders believe they are receiving the full value of the HR technology at their company.

As the role of HR technology evolves from a support function to a critical component in organizational success, HR leaders are tasked with selecting and implementing software that streamlines processes and improves the employee experience. With 48% of organizations set to increase their HR tech budgets in 2024, leaders must ensure that their new technology meets company needs, but also that their company is prepared internally to use new tech to its full capacity. 

Considerations when Purchasing HR Tech

Step 1: Define your objectives. Decide if you need to improve recruitment, enhance engagement, streamline payroll, all of the above, or something else entirely. Defining objectives helps you select a solution that aligns with strategic goals. 

Step 2: Check integration capabilities. New HR software should integrate seamlessly, flow smoothly between platforms, and provide a holistic view of HR operations, working with existing systems to avoid creating data silos and confusion. 

Step 3: Discuss scalability needs. Does your organization plan on staying roughly the same size, or will you be growing in the next few years? As your company grows, so will your HR needs, meaning your HR tech must be able to scale with your business, accommodate increased users, and manage increasingly complex processes. 

Step 4: Evaluate user-friendliness. With 4 or 5 generations of employees in your workforce, your technology needs to be usable for the most technology-forward and technology-averse employees in your organization. Ease of use significantly impacts technology adoption rates. 

Reaping the Benefits of HR Tech

• Training: Comprehensive training ensures your team is well-versed in new tech. • Culture: Encourage a culture that embraces and communicates the benefits of new software. • Analytics: Utilize built-in analytic capabilities to gather insights into HR tech usage trends. • Improvement: Regularly review your HR software, seek feedback, and identify areas for change. • Management: Implementing, optimizing, and managing software may require a dedicated team. 

The Human Element

Two-thirds of HR leaders believe that their function’s effectiveness will decrease if their organization does not improve HR’s approach to technology. While technology serves as a powerful tool, it requires a human element to drive its success. From training users to requesting feedback for improvements, humans drive HR software. 

65% of HR leaders are not confident that their current approach to HR tech helps achieve business objectives. By combining the strengths of software with the unique creative capabilities of humans, organizations create a dynamic and efficient HR environment. Having individuals dedicated to implementing, optimizing, and managing your technology ensures your organization can fully harness any technology you seek to integrate. 

Want to make the most out of your HR systems? Whether you need assistance choosing the right software, implementing it within your organization, optimizing it to meet your needs, or managing its internal applications, PuzzleHR has you covered! Our team members are HR tech experts, ready to ensure your transitions are seamless and you have a smooth user experience. Contact us today to learn more!