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GenAI Systems Starting to Face Government Regulations
New York City’s Local Law 144 and the U.S. government’s recent statement jointly issued by the DOJ and EEOC are just the beginning of law makers’ interest in regulating automated employment decision tools (AEDTs). Here are some facts you should know.
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Celebrating AAPI Heritage: UKG AsPIRE Members Share Their Cultural Journeys
Did you know that Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities encompass nearly 50 ethnic groups in more than 40 countries? Learn more about some dynamic AAPI cultures through U Krewers Calle, Chris, and Leilani and discover the influence their heritage has had on their lives and careers.
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5 Things You’ll Learn from The 2022 UKG Global Impact Report
This report shares the UKG environmental, social, governance (ESG) strategies, metrics, and performance for the past year. Importantly, we know that transparency is critical to building trust. So that’s why this report includes our ESG goals and targets, publicly committing us to make informed, responsible, and socially conscious decisions by incorporating ESG criteria into how we work.
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6 Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Resume
When spring cleaning, why stop at bathrooms and closets? Chances are your resume could use a good scrubbing, too. Here are six ways to help your resume stand out from the crowd by creatively telling your authentic story.
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Why Resiliency is Key to Keeping People, Organizations Thriving
Creating a people-centric culture -- one that builds resilience in the face of uncertainty -- is important to any organization struggling to adapt and thrive in a recessionary economic environment. We share three (3) tips for how to make it happen.
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Are We Entering the Golden Age of Organizational and Talent Development?
There is a widely held belief that an era of great disruption is a catalyst for change. Great leaders have embraced this opportunity to usher in a new era of leadership and are turning to organizational and talent development teams to help create the next generation of great leadership.
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5 Things High-Performing HR Teams Do Differently
Learn five things the highest-performing HR teams at companies around the globe are working on to ensure they meet or exceed their people goals in 2023.
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The Value of HR Technology and Artificial Intelligence
Learn how modern, automated HR solutions can help you ethically use artificial intelligence (AI) to improve your workplace.
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Walking The Walk: Black Women Volunteer to Build Opportunity, Equity for STEAM Students
U Krewers team up with nonprofit Sister to Sister International, Inc., to host monthly mentoring circles as part of the UKG Close the Gap Initiative that drives awareness of pay equity issues.
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7 Benefit Program Changes From the Secure 2.0 Act of 2022
Get ready to implement the extensive provisions outlined in the Secure 2.0 Act, which will empower employers and employees to build retirement readiness and a stronger financial future.
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Women’s History Month: How U Krewers Uplift and Empower Women
During March's Women's History Month, we're amplifying three U Krewers' voices by sharing their stories of how they -- and all of us -- can advocate for workplaces where all women are empowered, enabled, and equal.
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The Magic of Purpose-Driven Partnerships: UKG Customers Share Their Success Stories
Are the HR solutions your company uses keeping you up at night? Learn how two UKG customers turned their nightmares into fairytale work experiences for their own people.
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Responding to the Human Energy Crisis by Managing Change Effectively
The chronic stress of change and uncertainty has contributed to chronic burnout and mental health challenges. But since change is part of growing and improving, how do we get things done with the least disruption and stressful impact?
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What It Means To Be a Caregiver
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, caregiving is an important public health issue that affects the quality of life for millions of people. Globally at UKG, 75% of U Krewers report having caregiving responsibilities at home. Here’s where Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) NEST and CARES play an important role by providing valuable resources, support, and compassion.
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Black History Month: Reflecting on the Experiences and Achievements of Black U Krewers
To celebrate February’s Black History Month, two members of our employee resource group BUILD (Black U Krewers in Leadership and Development) share their rich cultural journeys and important lessons they learned along the way.
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Should ESG Programs be Recession Proof?
Here are three reasons why maintaining focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities during tough economic times makes good business and people sense.
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Employee Privacy Rights in 2023: What Should Employers Expect?
The privacy landscape continues to shift as the U.S. pushes for greater individual privacy rights. Here, we break down what employers need to know.
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Working at UKG: UKG Celebrates 5 Major Milestones in 2022
UKG accomplished a lot in 2022, and it shows. Here are five major moments from the past year.
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2023 Employment Laws: What Employers Need to Know
A new year means new employment laws. Here’s everything you need to know heading into 2023.
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The Top 4 HR Challenges in Higher Education
UKG research reveals that HR professionals in higher education are spending too much time on tasks that could be automated using efficient software solutions. Here, we unpack the challenges.