Making HR Tech Work for People We hear a lot about AI and technology shaking up HR, but behind the buzz are real stories. For example, a recent HR Tech 2025 event spotlighted how AI isn’t just futuristic hype—it’s already helping frontline workers manage burnout by automating tedious tasks and providing smarter scheduling. Yet, it’s not all rosy; many frontline employees worry about what AI means for their jobs. Experts say it’s crucial for companies to clearly explain why and how AI is used, so workers feel confident and supported.
Walmart’s Bold Skills-Based Hiring Experiment Instead of traditional résumés, Walmart is betting on skills-based hiring to open opportunities to many who might otherwise get overlooked. Their leadership stresses that to make this work long-term, companies need strategic plans, not just quick fixes. It’s about empowering individuals with the right training and support so they can grow on the job.
New Benefits for Tough Times Everest Funeral Concierge just launched a group benefits service that companies can add to their current employee offerings. It provides compassionate support to employees dealing with loss—something that’s often missing but deeply needed. This kind of benefit says a lot about how companies are trying to care for whole people, not just workers.
Hangry Workers Are a Workplace Problem ezCater’s latest lunch report reveals over half of employees skip lunch weekly, leading to “hanger” — irritability plus slower task completion. This simple insight shows how even small things like a missed meal can ripple into productivity drops and bad moods. Companies are starting to realize that supporting basic employee needs makes good business sense.
HR Executives Embracing AI and Modernization Companies investing in internal AI projects, like Project Helix, show how HR is stepping into the future by automating processes and better understanding talent. This helps free HR to focus more on people — creating better experiences and fostering growth.
In a Nutshell: The human side of HR doesn’t get sidelined by new tech or bold policies. It’s these real, compassionate moves — from fighting burnout and hunger to thoughtful hiring and benefits — that make workplaces thrive. After all, HR is about people. Not just procedures.
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