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Use Skills-Based Talent Practices To Future-Proof Your Tech Organization

Fiona Mark November 13, 2024
Tech leaders are being asked to do more with fewer resources available, which makes cultivating the right skills in the workforce essential. The implementation of generative AI (genAI) potentially brings productivity gains but is also a point of concern, with employees experiencing what one chief product officer at a tech workforce development company calls an […]
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Smart Manufacturing On A Shoestring

George Lawrie November 12, 2024
Last week’s announcement by automotive parts supplier Schaeffler of plans to cut 4,700 European manufacturing jobs was just the latest in a string of similar news pointing to a growing crisis within the European manufacturing sector.

Navigate 2025 With Our Predictions Insights

Our predictions may not be a crystal ball, but they offer a clear view of what’s ahead. Visit our 2025 Predictions hub featuring guides, blogs, and webinars to give B2B, B2C, and technology leaders a competitive edge in 2025.

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Predictions 2025: Will You Stall Or Soar By Embracing The Future Of Work?

James L. McQuivey, PhD October 22, 2024
In 2025, businesses will stand at a critical crossroads, with choices to make in areas such as return to office, employee experience, and AI skills. Get a preview of what’s coming in our 2025 future of work predictions.
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Support Your Talent Goals By Managing Your EVP And Employer Brand

Dan Bieler October 11, 2024
Our latest research helps business leaders align employee value proposition (EVP) and employer brand.
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Employer Brand And EVP: A Necessary Primer

Angelina Gennis October 11, 2024
Employer value propositions (EVPs) and employer brand are tightly linked and they are everyone's job.
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Unravelling The AI-HR Paradox

What It Means September 26, 2024
AI has the potential to make the work of human resources more streamlined — and more complicated. How is that possible? Find out as Principal Analyst Betsy Summers explains the AI-HR paradox and sheds some light on the benefits and risks that AI poses to the HR function.
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Cross-Functional Org Models Boost Innovation And Operational Efficiency

Dan Bieler September 13, 2024
Cross-functional org models can have a big impact on your digital transformation. Learn how to determine which cross-functional org models are best suited to your business objectives.

Grow Faster And Be More Profitable With CX Alignment

Customer-centric B2C companies with aligned CX teams see higher growth and revenue. Download our CX Alignment Toolkit to accelerate growth by engaging and aligning stakeholders.

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Announcing The Forrester Wave™: End-User Experience Management Solutions, Q3 2024

Andrew Hewitt August 1, 2024
Get a preview of Forrester's latest analysis of the digital employee experience landscape, also known as end-user experience management.
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Is AI Making Employee Burnout Better Or Worse?

What It Means July 25, 2024
AI has been portrayed as both the solution to and the cause of employee burnout. Which is it? In this episode, VP and Principal Analyst J. P. Gownder and Senior Analyst Jonathan Roberts describe the impact of AI on employee burnout.
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That’s A Wrap For CX Summit North America: Now, The Hard Work Begins

Rick Parrish June 20, 2024
CX Summit North America left us with much to think about — and much to put into motion at our organizations. Here are a few parting thoughts from Nashville.
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The Forrester Wave™: Intranet Platforms, Q2 2024 Is Now Live!

Cheryl McKinnon June 10, 2024
The Forrester Wave™: Intranet Platforms, Q2 2024 published on June 6. I conducted an in-depth analysis of 13 vendors and evaluated their products across 28 criteria. My assessment revealed three Leaders, five Strong Performers, and five Contenders. I Found Four Key Things I’ve covered this space for years, and I’ve seen an exceptionally fast pace […]
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The FTC Rule Banning Noncompetes Is An EX Opportunity

David Johnson April 30, 2024
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently released a proposed final ruling banning employers from executing noncompete agreements for nearly all employees — excepting only “senior executives” — and requiring them to notify employees that they’re no longer bound by existing noncompetes. Find out why this could be a unique EX opportunity.

Get The Latest In Customer Experience

Each week, the CX Cast brings you the latest news and cutting-edge tactics making waves in customer experience.

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Learn How Humans And AI Will Unite In The Future Of Work

Betsy Summers April 30, 2024
This year’s CX Summit North America will feature our latest insights into how AI will impact company culture, DEI priorities, customer experience, and more.
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Five Things You Should Know About Burnout In Cybersecurity But Probably Don’t

Jinan Budge April 18, 2024
The cybersecurity industry continues to focus almost exclusively on technology at the expense of dealing with the heart of cyberdefenses: the people. Yet the stress of expectations, limited resources, and detriments to well-being continues to cause havoc with the mental and physical health, productivity, and retention of the cybersecurity workforce.
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Federal Workforce Tops The List For The President’s 2025 Budget

Angelina Gennis April 16, 2024
Building a results-oriented culture in government will require evaluating what culture is and defining leaders’ role in it. Learn more in this post.
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Low AIQ Threatens Employees, Customers, And Your AI Initiatives

J.P. Gownder April 11, 2024
Most leaders underestimate the amount of training and upskilling their employees need to productively use AI tools. That miscalculation puts organizations at risk. Learn how to avoid the risks of Low AIQ.
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Microsoft Unbundling Teams From Microsoft 365 Is Just A Sneaky Price Hike

Leslie Joseph April 8, 2024
Microsoft announced recently that it was unbundling Teams from its various Microsoft 365 plans worldwide. Find out what is actually changing and what it means for customers, regulators, and Microsoft.

Short On Skilled Tech Talent?

Get ahead of the talent crunch with our four-step guide to building adaptive pools of tech talent by focusing on finding skills instead of hiring for roles.

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Quantifying Microsoft Copilot For Microsoft 365 Use Just Got Easier

J.P. Gownder April 3, 2024
Microsoft’s new Copilot Dashboard aims to significantly upgrade the data available to Copilot M365 users. Learn how in this post.
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Are You A Better Manager Than A Bot?

What It Means March 28, 2024
After years of underinvestment in management training, the era of AI brings an intriguing question: Can human managers be replaced by AI? Vice President and Principal Analyst Katy Tynan joins the podcast to provide her perspective.
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Managing Well In A Hybrid-Work World

What It Means March 14, 2024
Hybrid work is now the norm for many office jobs, but management styles haven’t quite caught up, says Senior Analyst Angelina Gennis. On this week’s podcast episode, she explains what it means to manage well in a post-pandemic work world. 
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