TECHNOLOGY TRENDS AFFECTING ON

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

There are many reasons to believe that technology has had a significant
impact on the field of HRM. One of the major ways in which technology
has impacted HRM is through the streamlining and automation of HR
processes.

With the advent of HR software and other technological tools, many of the
tasks and responsibilities previously carried out by HR professionals can
now be automated. This includes tasks such as payroll and benefits
management, performance evaluations, and even hiring and recruitment.

Human Resource Management (HRM) includes activities such as

recruiting, training, developing and rewarding people in the organization.
HRM must aim at achieving competitiveness in the field of HR by
providing constant educational and training programs for the personal and
professional development of the employees of the organization.

It has been conventionally proved that Information and Communication

Technology (ICT), such as the Internet, mobile communication, new
media, and such in HR can greatly contribute to the fulfillment of
personnel policies of the organization. Technological advancement can
have a huge impact on the HR department of an organization. It allows the
company to improve its internal processes, core competencies, relevant
markets and organizational structure as a whole.

Human Resource must mainly be focused on the strategic objectives of the

organization. These strategies must be led to incorporate an IT strategic
plan for the organization. These are activities related to any development
in the technological systems of the entity, such as product design (research
and development) and IT systems.

Technology development is an important activity for the innovation

process within the business, and may include acquired knowledge. In the
context, all activities may have some technical content, and results in
greater technological advancement.

Information Technology may have a greater impact on organizations that

exist in a dynamic environment. This will lead to greater efficiency and
effectiveness of the Human Resources. Hence, utilizing IT application for
database management and advances recruitment system will increase the
efficiency of the business.

However, innovation in Human Resource Management can manifest itself

in a number of ways:

 To identify solutions quickly and flexibly during a negotiation

 To identify new ideas for products and services
 To identify new markets

Innovations such as these are supplemented with Information Technology

to create a positive impact in HR. Rosabeth Moss Kanter, one of the
leading management theorists of her time, argued that the re-birth and
success of business organizations will depend upon innovation (developing
new products, introducing new services, and operating methods),
entrepreneurship (taking business risks) and inclusive management
(encouraging all employees to participate in making decisions about
work).

Technology can make the following major impacts in Human Resource

Management.
One of the applications of Technology in HR can be mentioned as
“Technology that elevates hybrid working” - many surveys show that
people and companies are attracted to hybrid work styles. For example, a
study by global recruitment firm Robert Half shows that about 1 in 3
professionals (34%) currently working from home because of the COVID-
19 pandemic would look for a new job if required to be in the office full
time.

According to a study by Morgan Philips Group, Blockchain will change

several HR technology trends by 2023. For example, Blockchain offers
solid security opportunities such as network encryption where employees
and companies can securely share information, allowing employers to
verify employee data, including academic and career achievements.

HR technology trends have become pivotal in redefining how businesses

manage their human capital. With advancements in artificial intelligence
(AI), data analytics, and automation, HR departments are experiencing a
significant shift towards efficiency, productivity, and employee
satisfaction.

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