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2025

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Current trends

Making change management in financial services work for your people

Workforce Transformation

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24/02/2026

by Fatima Habibi

Making change management in financial services work for your people

Understand how to make change management in financial services work in real life: from regulatory shocks and tech disruption to reskilling, communication, and workforce planning.

Meaningful nurses week 2025 ideas to celebrate and support nursing teams

Workforce Transformation

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24/02/2026

Meaningful nurses week 2025 ideas to celebrate and support nursing teams

Meaningful ideas for nurses week to celebrate nursing staff with impact

Employee Retention

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23/02/2026

Meaningful ideas for nurses week to celebrate nursing staff with impact

Marking a happy 3 year work anniversary as a strategic workforce milestone

Employee Retention

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22/02/2026

Marking a happy 3 year work anniversary as a strategic workforce milestone

How cracker barrel university shapes workforce planning in modern restaurants

Workforce Transformation

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21/02/2026

How cracker barrel university shapes workforce planning in modern restaurants

Spotlight

How hr knowledge management shapes effective workforce planning

Workforce Analytics

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05/02/2026

How hr knowledge management shapes effective workforce planning

Explore how hr knowledge management plays a crucial role in workforce planning, helping organizations retain expertise, improve decision-making, and adapt to change.

How to navigate enterprise change management for effective workforce planning

Explore practical strategies and insights on enterprise change management to support successful workforce planning. Learn how to address challenges, engage employees, and align your workforce with organizational change.

by Eleanor Bonnet

How to effectively analyze healthcare employee sentiment: a practical methodology

Workforce Data & Insights

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03/02/2026

How to effectively analyze healthcare employee sentiment: a practical methodology

Explore a practical methodology for healthcare employee sentiment analysis. Learn how to gather, interpret, and act on staff feedback to improve workforce planning in healthcare organizations.

by Henri-Luc Bastien

Building an effective digital workplace strategy for workforce planning

Digital Transformation

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02/02/2026

Building an effective digital workplace strategy for workforce planning

Learn how to create a digital workplace strategy that supports workforce planning, improves collaboration, and addresses modern workplace challenges.

by Nico Wolters

Real-life examples of diversity in the workplace that drive success

Diversity & Inclusion

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01/02/2026

Real-life examples of diversity in the workplace that drive success

Explore practical diversity in the workplace examples and see how organizations benefit from inclusive teams. Learn how workforce planning can support diversity for better results.

by Eleanor Bonnet

Choosing the right hybrid work tools for effective workforce planning

AI in Workforce Planning

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31/01/2026

Choosing the right hybrid work tools for effective workforce planning

Explore how to select and implement hybrid work tools that support workforce planning. Learn about key features, integration strategies, and best practices for a productive hybrid workplace.

by Nico Wolters

How conversational AI is transforming workforce planning in Harmoni Code HR departments

AI in Workforce Planning

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30/01/2026

How conversational AI is transforming workforce planning in Harmoni Code HR departments

Explore how conversational AI is revolutionizing Harmoni Code HR departments, making workforce planning more efficient and responsive to modern challenges.

by Eleanor Bonnet

How smart working is transforming workforce planning

AI in Workforce Planning

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29/01/2026

How smart working is transforming workforce planning

Explore how smart working is reshaping workforce planning, from flexible schedules to digital collaboration, and learn practical strategies for adapting to this evolving landscape.

Latest trends shaping the linguistic terminology industry

Stay updated with the latest trends and developments in the linguistic terminology industry. Explore how workforce planning is adapting to new challenges and innovations in terminology management.

by Clara Chan

How spotlight staffing transforms workforce planning

AI in Workforce Planning

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26/01/2026

How spotlight staffing transforms workforce planning

Explore how spotlight staffing can revolutionize workforce planning, address unique challenges, and improve organizational efficiency. Learn practical strategies and insights for effective staffing solutions.

Understanding what talent retention means in workforce planning

Explore the meaning of talent retention in workforce planning, why it matters, and how organizations can address its unique challenges. Learn practical strategies to keep your best employees engaged and committed.

How to identify critical challenges in your hiring system

Learn how to spot and address the most pressing challenges in your hiring system. This guide helps workforce planners understand and tackle hiring system critical challenge identification for better recruitment outcomes.

by Pierre-Alexandre Durand

How to design an effective management incentive plan for workforce planning

Workforce Transformation

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23/01/2026

How to design an effective management incentive plan for workforce planning

Learn how to create a management incentive plan that supports workforce planning goals. Explore key elements, common challenges, and best practices for aligning incentives with organizational success.

by Clara Chan

How bloom mentorship transforms workforce planning strategies

Future Workforce Trends

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22/01/2026

How bloom mentorship transforms workforce planning strategies

Explore how bloom mentorship can reshape workforce planning, improve talent development, and address modern workforce challenges. Learn practical insights for implementing mentorship in your organization.

Navigating change management in procurement: strategies for workforce planning

Explore effective approaches to change management in procurement, focusing on workforce planning. Learn how to address challenges, engage teams, and build resilience for successful transformation.

by Pierre-Alexandre Durand

How AI contextual governance transforms organizational knowledge validation in workforce planning

AI in Workforce Planning

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20/01/2026

How AI contextual governance transforms organizational knowledge validation in workforce planning

Explore how AI contextual governance is reshaping organizational knowledge validation and what it means for effective workforce planning. Learn about challenges, benefits, and best practices for integrating AI-driven governance into your HR strategy.

Understanding the main reason strategic initiatives fail in workforce planning

Explore the primary cause of failure for strategic initiatives in workforce planning, with practical insights and solutions for HR professionals and planners.

by Desmond O'Leary

Understanding porter force and its impact on workforce planning

Future Workforce Trends

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01/01/2026

Understanding porter force and its impact on workforce planning

Explore how porter force shapes workforce planning strategies, influences talent management, and helps organizations stay competitive. Learn practical insights for effective workforce planning.

Understanding target setting: a key to effective workforce planning

Learn what target setting means in workforce planning, why it matters, and how to apply it for better team performance and organizational success.

by Clara Chan

Understanding workforce planning challenges in HR México

Future Workforce Trends

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31/12/2025

Understanding workforce planning challenges in HR México

Explore the unique workforce planning challenges and strategies in HR México. Learn about local labor market trends, legal frameworks, and effective talent management for HR professionals.

by Fatima Habibi

What the experts say

From Digital Retail to the Four-Day Workweek: Why Rethinking Work Organization Is the Next Competitive Advantage

Interview

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30/07/2025

From Digital Retail to the Four-Day Workweek: Why Rethinking Work Organization Is the Next Competitive Advantage

Optimizing Walmart's Workforce Scheduling for Efficiency

Workforce planning tools: enhancing business strategy and efficiency

HR Tech & Tools

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10/01/2025

Workforce planning tools: enhancing business strategy and efficiency

How workforce planning software can transform your business

AI in Workforce Planning

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12/06/2025

How workforce planning software can transform your business

Understanding the Serve Model in Workforce Planning

Workforce Analytics

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12/06/2025

Understanding the Serve Model in Workforce Planning

Hr workforce planning: the role of technology in modern workforce management

AI in Workforce Planning

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12/06/2025

Hr workforce planning: the role of technology in modern workforce management

How to create an effective workforce planning template

Workforce Analytics

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12/06/2025

How to create an effective workforce planning template

Workforce planning examples to elevate your business strategy

Future Workforce Trends

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12/06/2025

Workforce planning examples to elevate your business strategy

Enhancing the Well-being of BPO Workers in the Philippines

Employee Retention

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06/08/2025

Enhancing the Well-being of BPO Workers in the Philippines

Future Workforce Trends

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12/06/2025

Overcoming Workforce Planning Hurdles

Navigating Workforce Changes: A Guide to Managing Transitions

Guides & Frameworks

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12/06/2025

Navigating Workforce Changes: A Guide to Managing Transitions

Strategic workforce planning: building a future-ready organization

Future Workforce Trends

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12/06/2025

Strategic workforce planning: building a future-ready organization

How workforce planning solutions can transform your business

Workforce Transformation

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12/06/2025

How workforce planning solutions can transform your business

Workforce planning: the key to a successful business strategy

Future Workforce Trends

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12/06/2025

Workforce planning: the key to a successful business strategy

Understanding workforce planning definition and its impact on business success

Future Workforce Trends

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12/06/2025

Understanding workforce planning definition and its impact on business success

What is workforce planning: a comprehensive guide

Guides & Frameworks

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12/06/2025

What is workforce planning: a comprehensive guide

Understanding the Challenges Faced by Underutilized Workers

Diversity & Inclusion

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12/06/2025

Understanding the Challenges Faced by Underutilized Workers

Workforce Strategy

How to use an OGSM template for effective workforce planning

Workforce Analytics

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27/12/2025

How to use an OGSM template for effective workforce planning

Learn how to apply an OGSM template to workforce planning. Explore practical steps, real-world examples, and tips to align your workforce strategy with business goals.

How a productivity consultant can transform your workforce planning

Explore how a productivity consultant helps organizations optimize workforce planning, improve efficiency, and tackle unique workforce challenges. Learn practical strategies and insights for better results.

by Henri-Luc Bastien

HR & Talent Management

Top sales talent recruiter roles in artificial intelligence organizations

Talent Acquisition

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29/12/2025

Top sales talent recruiter roles in artificial intelligence organizations

Explore the best sales talent recruiter positions in artificial intelligence organizations. Learn about the unique skills, challenges, and opportunities in workforce planning for AI sales recruitment.

How to recognize if your talent is truly valued at work

Learn the key signs your talent is valued in the workplace. Understand what to look for and how workforce planning impacts employee appreciation and growth.

by Desmond O'Leary

Technology & Automation

How the Worklio employee portal streamlines workforce planning

AI in Workforce Planning

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30/12/2025

How the Worklio employee portal streamlines workforce planning

How fin erp transforms workforce planning for modern organizations

Digital Transformation

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30/12/2025

How fin erp transforms workforce planning for modern organizations

How pay equity software transforms workforce planning

AI in Workforce Planning

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30/12/2025

How pay equity software transforms workforce planning

Talent Acquisition

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29/12/2025

Top sales talent recruiter roles in artificial intelligence organizations

Business & Economic Factors

Understanding break laws in Washington: what every workforce planner needs to know

Regulatory & Compliance

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19/12/2025

Understanding break laws in Washington: what every workforce planner needs to know

Learn about break laws in Washington and how they impact workforce planning. Get practical insights for compliance and effective scheduling.

by Angela Rodriguez

Understanding the process of obtaining a minor work permit in Ohio

Regulatory & Compliance

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18/12/2025

Understanding the process of obtaining a minor work permit in Ohio

Learn how to navigate the process of getting a minor work permit in Ohio, including requirements, steps, and workforce planning considerations for young workers.

by Desmond O'Leary

Resources & Best Practices

Understanding the pi behavioral assessment: a guide for workforce planning

Guides & Frameworks

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23/12/2025

Understanding the pi behavioral assessment: a guide for workforce planning

Learn what a pi behavioral assessment is and how it supports effective workforce planning. Explore its benefits, how it works, and practical tips for integrating it into your HR strategy.

by Angela Rodriguez