5 Ways to Improve Succession Planning
Succession planning is one of those critical tasks that organizations know they need to do. But few do it well — if at all.
Human Resources
Making the Case for Modern HR Management Tools
There are billions of dollars’ worth of hardware and software in use across government that is either obsolete or on the verge of lacking vendor support.
A New Approach to Employee Recruitment and Retention
Historically, the public sector has lagged behind the private in adopting innovations in HR technology. Today, agencies are at a technology crossroads.
Transforming Customer Experience at U.S. Census Bureau
Customer experience should be at the heart of digital service design. This requires knowing your customers — determining what their needs are and understanding how they encounter and experience federal digital services.
Why Your Agency Needs Talent Intelligence
Recruiting the right talent for the right positions is a critical task that government strives to do well. But it’s easier said than done.
Improve Your Technology to Improve Your Workforce
Confronted with the realities of an aging workforce and the need to onboard a new generation of employees, agencies can’t afford to act inefficiently.
The Need for an Effective Talent Strategy
Public safety organizations need an effective talent strategy to hire a diverse workforce, attract and retain new talent, improve knowledge transfer from experienced to younger employees, establish focus and accountability, motivate and reward employees, and implement effective succession planning. It’s a way for leaders and HR to work together to define mission objectives and optimize… Read more »
Don’t Sacrifice Training in Tight Budget Times
Training budgets are often seen as nice-to-haves. But at a time when agencies are expected to increase performance while reducing the size and cost of their workforce, training is a necessity.
Overcoming Barriers to HR Software Adoption
In a recent interview, Jonathan Wiersma, General Manager of HR Solutions at CivicPlus, shared key drivers influencing tech adoption among HR professionals.
Combating Sexual Harassment in Federal Government
Even as it seems that more and more women are speaking out against a culture that has long condoned or ignored sexual harassment, only a small fraction of women actually lodge a formal complaint. Many women have expressed fear of jeopardizing their careers, being accused of lying or facing social or professional retaliation should they… Read more »