The Cognizant Center for Future of Work and Future Workplace jointly embarked on a nine-month initiative to determine exactly what the future of HR will look like. The result was the conception of over 21 new HR jobs, including detailed responsibilities and skills needed to succeed in each role. All 21 jobs embody five core themes: individual and organizational resilience; organizational trust and safety; creativity and innovation; data literacy; human-machine partnerships.

Soft skills such as conflict resolution, teamwork, and leadership are more important than ever — but they can be tricky for employees to develop, especially as remote work makes many traditional training programs untenable. Without access to in-person education, what can businesses do to help their people develop these vital skills? Virtual Reality can offer an effective solution. VR enables immersive, interactive experiences in which employees interact with an avatar to role play difficult conversations and develop communication skills.

The news headlines about what perks or elements of office design make for a great employee experience seem to be dominated by fads — think treadmill desks, nap pods, and “bring your dog to work day” for starters. But in a recent poll of 1,614 North American employees, access to natural light and views of the outdoors was the number one attribute of the workplace environment outranking stalwarts like onsite cafeterias, fitness centers, and premium perks including on-site childcare.

In an effort to support a healthier and more productive workforce, employers across the country are expected to spend an average of $3.6 million on wellness programs in 2019. Think onsite gyms. Standing desks. Meditation rooms. Nursing hotlines. These are just some of the benefits companies are investing in. Read on for data from 1,601 workers across North America.

The makeup of the global workforce is undergoing a seismic shift: In four years Millennials—the people born between 1977 and 1997—will account for nearly half the employees in the world. In some companies, they already constitute a majority. Delivering the feedback Gen Y craves is easier than you think.

Today, “how” we work and “who” we work with are the defining transformations in the workplace. Soon, every team member will have their own GenAI work buddy, or co-pilot.

Rapid use of Generative AI, the emergence of a new blended workforce of humans and digital workers, and increasing employee fear of being obsolete will be key in 2024.

Successful hybrid working involves being purposeful, ensuring inclusivity for all workers, developing team working models and providing easy access to development.

As we enter 2023, the future of work has become the now of work. Many of the changes which started during the pandemic were accelerated and have become permanent aspects of our working lives. Here is my countdown of what you should include on your HR roadmap for 2023.

Compared to before the pandemic, there has been a 40% increase in employee-led activism, where employees are pressuring companies to do something about the issues that…

The four-day work week is having its moment. Of the 61 companies that took part in this six-month UK pilot, 56 say they will continue trying out the four-day week, while the remaining companies say they will make the change permanently. Is this the best solution to offer workplace flexibility?

Our research probed the contributing factors to voluntary turnover.

The Future Workplace 2021 HR Sentiment survey found that 68% of senior HR leaders (of which 40% were CHROs) rated employee well-being and mental health as a top priority.

The time is now to reset employee experience during the Covid-19 pandemic to create a more meaningful and lasting emotional connection between the employee and their employer.

The belief that workers are more productive in-office runs counter to corporate America’s efforts to be inclusive, but it could be a factor in more companies nudging employees to return to the office, according to a survey released Thursday.

As employees crave more career mobility, here are 3 ways employers can take the lead.

The new hybrid work environment requires that employers acknowledge how important flexibility is to today’s employees.

A workplace mental health strategy is critical because a myriad of stressors affect employees. Learn how to create a healthy culture where workers can thrive.

Future workplace trends expert Jeanne Meister believes AI for HR will be the biggest technology disruptor in talent management. Here’s how to prepare.

Creating a culture of well-being begins with the basics. Being non-judgmental and normalising rest and time off. Not celebrating long working hours, believes Jeanne Meister, Managing Partner, Future Workplace.