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At SPARK HR 2025, Matthew Duncan, who leads Microsoft’s thinking on the future of work, didn’t just talk about AI – he showed us a new reality for workplaces everywhere. Based on Microsoft‘s latest Work Trend Index Report, which surveyed 31,000 people in 31 countries, Duncan pointed out a huge truth: people are reaching their limits. […]
The future of work isn’t just arriving; it’s already here, fundamentally reshaped by generative AI. Microsoft‘s Head of Future of Work Thought Leadership, Matthew Duncan, revealed groundbreaking insights from Microsoft’s latest Work Trend Index report at SPARK HR 2025. This isn’t just about technology, but a profound cultural shift that demands a new way of […]
Forget everything you think you know about AI in the workplace. While the rapid advancements of generative AI models might seem like just another tech upgrade, Matthew Duncan, Head of Future of Work Thought Leadership at Microsoft, has a message for HR leaders: it’s a fundamental cultural revolution. At Spark HR 2025, Duncan shared insights […]
Recent HR leadership meetings share one agenda item: survival in a stall. Fresh numbers from the Bureau of Economic Analysis show real GDP slipping 0.3 percent in the first quarter of 2025, the first retreat in eighteen months. Four days after the end of the first quarter, a blanket 10 percent tariff took effect, and […]
After ordering federal workers back to the office, the Trump administration sent an e-mail informing employees it will employ the use of technology to ensure they’re back, Reuters says. For example, it will track laptop logins, employee badge swipes, and other information to monitor where work is being completed. “Most EPA employees have returned to the office, […]
Shopify CEO Tobi Lutke has made it clear: in the age of AI, traditional headcount justifications won’t cut it. In a memo recently shared with employees—and posted publicly— Lutke announced that Shopify staff must prove that they can’t accomplish a task using AI before requesting additional resources or headcount. This move reflects a broader shift […]
A new report from Resume.ai reveals a surprising trend: employees are turning to AI tools instead of their managers for help at work. One in five now rely on AI for day-to-day guidance, and more than a third use AI over their boss when preparing for performance reviews. At a glance, this might look like […]
Wisconsin law limits an employer’s ability to access employees’ personal information and outlines specific restrictions and exceptions, which are also detailed in the Wisconsin Social Media Protection Act. This article discusses that Act. What Restrictions Do Employers Face Under the Act? Under the Wisconsin Social Media Protection Act, employers may not request or require employees […]
As AI and automation reshape the workforce, not all roles face the same level of disruption. A new study by Linkee analyzed factors like automation risk, job growth, salary, search interest, and job openings to determine which professions are best protected from AI-driven replacement. The findings highlight roles that rely on creativity, complex decision-making, and […]
Managing global workforce compliance is increasingly complex, with evolving labor laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements posing significant risks. AI is transforming compliance by automating monitoring, reducing errors, and providing real-time insights to keep organizations ahead of regulatory changes. From payroll and tax filings to audit readiness, AI streamlines compliance while enabling HR teams to […]