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May 6, 2026

 
Scaling AI and demonstrating ROI

Research indicates that HR's application of artificial intelligence is predominantly concentrated in talent acquisition, and experts suggest that scaling AI adoption requires a foundational focus to move beyond this initial phase.

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Novaworks.ai has introduced an AI-native core HR operating system on the ServiceNow platform, designed for comprehensive workforce management.

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Amid ongoing discussions about the value of artificial intelligence, technology roles within the C-suite are expanding, with tech leaders increasingly responsible for demonstrating return on investment and communicating value to boards, according to a Deloitte study.

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Should tech roles in the C-suite be expanded to better demonstrate AI value?

 
AI recruitment evolution and challenges

Talent professionals report that artificial intelligence is being utilized in four key ways during the hiring process, although inefficient implementation could potentially diminish the return on investment for employers.

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Greenhouse is focusing on artificial intelligence for interviewing as a potential game-changer in talent acquisition technology.

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In an interview, Hari Kolam, CEO and co-founder of Findem, discussed the company's AI-powered recruitment platform, GliderAI, highlighting its capabilities in talent acquisition and workforce management.

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As artificial intelligence makes it easier for candidates to misrepresent their skills during the hiring process, employers can implement strategies to guard against 'skillfishing' traps.

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Should employers focus on detecting AI 'skillfishing' during hiring?

Recruiters are adapting their strategies, from sourcing candidates in unconventional locations to refining interview questions to counter generative artificial intelligence, as they navigate the evolving landscape of talent acquisition.

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Salary.com and WorldatWork have initiated the Total Comp Tour, a comprehensive 26-city event series aimed at convening compensation professionals across the United States to discuss industry trends and best practices.

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HR compliance and data trust

Guardian HR has launched Guardian University, a new platform focused on compliance training.

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Building employee data trust extends beyond policy design, requiring HR to demonstrate confidence in its judgment to foster a secure environment for sensitive information.

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This comprehensive guide provides a step-by-step approach for selecting HR software in 2026, focusing on identifying user needs, understanding available technologies, and pinpointing essential features.

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Chatter
The view from Reddit
“How are you guys ACTUALLY using AI to help do your jobs?”

A corporate recruiter at a mid-sized tech company, facing pressure from leadership to adopt AI and even facing the prospect of AI replacing staff, seeks practical examples and successful tools for using AI in sourcing and other recruiting tasks beyond basic resume formatting and JD generation.

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“[italy] vetted 4 EOR providers for an italy hire and the licensing reality is grim”

A company hiring its first engineer in Italy discovered that three out of four vetted Employer of Record (EOR) providers were not legally licensed for staff leasing, highlighting a potentially costly compliance issue and prompting a re-evaluation of the entire provider shortlist.

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Should companies thoroughly vet EOR provider licensing before international hires?

“The "most human recruiter I've ever worked with" -- surpassing hiring goals and still let go.”

An embedded recruiter at a fintech company, praised for their human approach and consistently exceeding hiring goals, is having their contract terminated early due to a misunderstanding of success metrics, leaving them frustrated by the company's low offers and perceived mistreatment.

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