HR Transformation: How role of HR evolved amidst challenges times
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People Matters Editorial Team
In today's geopolitical tensions and market uncertainties, HR professionals have shown resilience, pioneering technology, prioritising well-being, and becoming strategic partners. On International HR Day, we delve into their evolving role amidst uncertainty with insights from top HR leaders.
In this video, top HR leaders discuss thoughtfully:
- How to successfully adopt cutting-edge technology for HR excellence?
- How to empower collaborative agility to navigate transformative paths?
- How to make employee well-being and inclusive growth a top priority?
- How to foster meaningful workplaces to nurture talent development?
- How to take on an active role as strategic business partners?
Discussing the transformative shift of technology on HR processes, Aadesh Goyal, the global CHRO at Tata Communications, shares, "By strategically blending data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, HR professionals have the ability to create bespoke solutions that surpass conventional boundaries, fundamentally reshaping the fabric of the employee experience.”
Similarly, the notable shift in the work landscape demands that HR and talent professionals embrace and integrate agility and collaboration seamlessly, Saurabh Govil, President and HR Chief at Wipro says, “Fostering a culture of collaboration and harnessing the power of technology while adapting to change, HR leaders can navigate today’s complexities, and help chart a course toward holistic growth for organisations.”
Vaibhav Goel, the SVP and Head of HR at Reliance Industries, asserts that the challenges we encounter today exceed what we could have imagined, emphasising the importance of collective effort and a commitment to learning and mutual support. Adding, “By embracing the power of collaboration and co-developing community intelligence, HR professionals can build trust and create an environment that empowers both individuals and organisations to flourish,”
HR leaders must persevere in their commitment to creating meaningful environments for employees. How? Priya Mathilakath Pillai, the Head of HR (Retail, Corporate & Manufacturing) at Titan Company answers, “By fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, HR professionals can shape workplaces that empower individuals to thrive, leading to both personal fulfilment and organisational prosperity.”
Manoj Shikarkhane, former CHRO (in transition to another c-suite role) at LTIMindtree, emphasised the pressing need for a proactive approach to tackle issues like attrition, low productivity, and disengagement saying, “by forging close collaborations with business teams and adopting a holistic perspective that encompasses the entire employee journey, HR leaders can spearhead transformative change.”
Watch the complete video to gain deeper insights on the impact of HR transformation, role of HR leaders in driving meaningful change globally.
