"Top 10 Predictions for HR in 2010"
Yes, the ending of 2009 was a tough one. With the millions of jobs lost and cutbacks left and right - everyone was left with no hope for the future. It's definitely tough when a recession hits because valuable and experienced people are let go without any reason. No thorough explanation or validation of the dismissal of certain positions. Looking towards 2010 I feel that companies will be precise and smart in their hiring decisions. As the article states "It is important to hire and sustain the right talent, and that means talent management will play a significant role for HR in 2010." While employers did layoff individuals, re-design plans and more dismissals will occur to hire the new and proper staff.
As an HR personnel efficiency is extremely important. If what the article poses is true, that we will consolidate to one system, HR processes will become streamlined. That one streamlined process could very well be a SAAS - in the cloud type service. As noted "The future is in the cloud—SaaS solutions like Workday are poised to reach the tipping point in the enterprise world.".
Recruiting employees has already made the shift to a SAAS type world. Employers are looking torwards LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter to scan profiles. Recruiters are tapping into a vast amount of online job sites.
The future employees will be more self-taught then instructed. Having access to everything from your fingertips brings upon a lot of self-learning. This seems to be the ideal situation, being able to do everything from your home, but this will also result in employers having high demands. They will expect immediate responses and will be able to monitor employees every move.
Found this article and it reminded me of the conversation we had in class regarding online reading..."In E-Book Era, You Can’t Even Judge a Cover"
The Future of Work
"High Tech, High Tough, High Growth"
In the olden days everyone was running towards getting a finance/economic degree. As a person growing up in NY I am a witness of this great desire. Everybody and Anybody wanted to be on Wall Street. And if you weren't a person going towards this goal you were looked down upon. But as the years passed the glamour of being one of those individuals faded into a more diverse outlook.
With technology booming its safe to say that the job market will shift to a diverse, tech savvy market. Therefore,"The key to finding the jobs of the future will be knowing where to look."
"Training Managers to Behave"
Experience is vital in the marketplace. Education is vital in the marketplace but maybe not as much as experience....
"The Search for the Next Perk"
I wasn't surprised to read that many companies are shifting their benefit costs from employee to individuals. As we go through a tough economic period its hard for an employee to understand why their health care benefit costs are increasing. From an employer's view they need to do what they can to face inflation. "It costs the average American company more than $14,000 per year to provide coverage to an employee and her family." Looking forward Gen X, Gen Y, and boomers all are in need of different health-care options.
"We're Getting Off the Ladder"
Reading this section of "The Future of Work" made me think of 9/11. Society is more family oriented, and companies are becoming more lenient. Back then, requesting to work from home or travel less would make you look absurd. Today, employers are more understanding and willing to listen. More employees are telecommuting and carrying out a flexible work schedule. Employers have to adjust to the changing economy, making sure that when the economy picks up the moves won't affect them drastically.
"Why Boomers Can't Quit"
As time goes on investing in a 401(k) will have its ups and downs. Due to the recession many individuals lost money in investing in mutual funds, and other stock & real estate. As the article states "In 1998, the average 50-year-old who had been working for at least 10 years had a 401(k) balance of $85,000, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute. Factor in the recent market drop, and more than a decade later, that worker's 401(k) has grown to just $93,000." While the boomers try to save their money they invested in their 401(k) plans, Generation Y individuals look forward to a better tomorrow.
"Women Will Rule Business"
Now how can I not like reading this section???? Yes, Women are powerful and I'm glad society is starting to realize that. But in all honesty I really believe that it doesn't matter if your a man or woman. As long have you the skill and expertise to carry out your strategic business goals you should be set. Although, managerial style does play a big part in this game. With the right management and right person on the job anything can be done. Management should be open-minded yet cautious about their work-life balance choices.
"It Will Pay to Save The Planet"
Go Green!!! Woo Hoo!!!!
"When Gen X Runs the Show"
This section said it completely right "collaborative decision-making". I definitely see the future ruled by Generation Xers. Just looking at technology skills they are the experts and will continue to be. As society gets more advanced Generation Y and Boomers will need the Generation Xers. But I think the same goes the opposite way. Generation Xers will have the ideas and the skill sets but will still need the older generation to help them carry out the plans.
"Yes, We'll Still Make Stuff"
There's definitely a battle when looking to out-source jobs vs. keeping them in house. In the article Corinne Lyle states "We like to keep close tabs on our processes." I definitely see the labor market moving more in-house.
"The Last Days of Cubicle Life"
And to close it off this section was on the ball. With technology booming the life of cubicles will eventually be dismissed. I can definitely see more telecommunication and out-sourcing of jobs.
"High Tech, High Tough, High Growth"
In the olden days everyone was running towards getting a finance/economic degree. As a person growing up in NY I am a witness of this great desire. Everybody and Anybody wanted to be on Wall Street. And if you weren't a person going towards this goal you were looked down upon. But as the years passed the glamour of being one of those individuals faded into a more diverse outlook.
With technology booming its safe to say that the job market will shift to a diverse, tech savvy market. Therefore,"The key to finding the jobs of the future will be knowing where to look."
"Training Managers to Behave"
Experience is vital in the marketplace. Education is vital in the marketplace but maybe not as much as experience....
"The Search for the Next Perk"
I wasn't surprised to read that many companies are shifting their benefit costs from employee to individuals. As we go through a tough economic period its hard for an employee to understand why their health care benefit costs are increasing. From an employer's view they need to do what they can to face inflation. "It costs the average American company more than $14,000 per year to provide coverage to an employee and her family." Looking forward Gen X, Gen Y, and boomers all are in need of different health-care options.
"We're Getting Off the Ladder"
Reading this section of "The Future of Work" made me think of 9/11. Society is more family oriented, and companies are becoming more lenient. Back then, requesting to work from home or travel less would make you look absurd. Today, employers are more understanding and willing to listen. More employees are telecommuting and carrying out a flexible work schedule. Employers have to adjust to the changing economy, making sure that when the economy picks up the moves won't affect them drastically.
"Why Boomers Can't Quit"
As time goes on investing in a 401(k) will have its ups and downs. Due to the recession many individuals lost money in investing in mutual funds, and other stock & real estate. As the article states "In 1998, the average 50-year-old who had been working for at least 10 years had a 401(k) balance of $85,000, according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute. Factor in the recent market drop, and more than a decade later, that worker's 401(k) has grown to just $93,000." While the boomers try to save their money they invested in their 401(k) plans, Generation Y individuals look forward to a better tomorrow.
"Women Will Rule Business"
Now how can I not like reading this section???? Yes, Women are powerful and I'm glad society is starting to realize that. But in all honesty I really believe that it doesn't matter if your a man or woman. As long have you the skill and expertise to carry out your strategic business goals you should be set. Although, managerial style does play a big part in this game. With the right management and right person on the job anything can be done. Management should be open-minded yet cautious about their work-life balance choices.
"It Will Pay to Save The Planet"
Go Green!!! Woo Hoo!!!!
"When Gen X Runs the Show"
This section said it completely right "collaborative decision-making". I definitely see the future ruled by Generation Xers. Just looking at technology skills they are the experts and will continue to be. As society gets more advanced Generation Y and Boomers will need the Generation Xers. But I think the same goes the opposite way. Generation Xers will have the ideas and the skill sets but will still need the older generation to help them carry out the plans.
"Yes, We'll Still Make Stuff"
There's definitely a battle when looking to out-source jobs vs. keeping them in house. In the article Corinne Lyle states "We like to keep close tabs on our processes." I definitely see the labor market moving more in-house.
"The Last Days of Cubicle Life"
And to close it off this section was on the ball. With technology booming the life of cubicles will eventually be dismissed. I can definitely see more telecommunication and out-sourcing of jobs.
Slightly old article but good view of how technology is advancing.
IM the newest and apparently the most efficient form of communication.
IM the boss, be more productive
IM the newest and apparently the most efficient form of communication.
IM the boss, be more productive
Very interesting yet humorous article. Now we know where to look for a job 
Job board for applicants who like to drink
Job board for applicants who like to drink
Walking into Jun Cruzat's class for the first time was exciting and nerve wrecking all at the same time. I was excited to meet him as well as my classmates but nervous to be walking into the world of unknown. HR Systems & Technology has always been a great interest to me and I'm excited to put my foot in the door and get moving. As a beginner though there is a threshold of information I hope to grasp as I go through this course.
Going through the chain of evolution in the technology world was such an eye opener. Seeing the floppy disk made me feel so blessed to have Wifi! We forget how much we have grown and how advanced systems are today. Can you think back to when we had to physically go to a company to drop our resume off instead of just sending that quick e-mail? Or NOT being able to browse the internet for everything and anything. What would we do if we couldn't find a link between Kevin Bacon and Julia Roberts? We are incredibly lucky to be where we are today. I can't wait to see what the future holds for us.
Going through the chain of evolution in the technology world was such an eye opener. Seeing the floppy disk made me feel so blessed to have Wifi! We forget how much we have grown and how advanced systems are today. Can you think back to when we had to physically go to a company to drop our resume off instead of just sending that quick e-mail? Or NOT being able to browse the internet for everything and anything. What would we do if we couldn't find a link between Kevin Bacon and Julia Roberts?
We are incredibly lucky to be where we are today. I can't wait to see what the future holds for us.
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