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Business Accretive HR: People Strategy X Profitability
In today’s competitive market, HR is more than a support function—it must accelerate business results. From inclusive cultures that drive innovation, to compensation strategies that save millions, to data-backed talent decisions that strengthen the bottom line—Business Accretive HR provides the framework to show HR’s measurable value alongside Finance and Sales.
Latest HR News
The Washington Supreme Court defined "job applicant," ruling intent irrelevant, meaning employers must review job postings for pay transparency compliance.
See how HR compliance in 2025 demands focus on wrongful termination, cybersecurity, leave laws, and automation to reduce risk, bias, and improve efficiency.
AI is reshaping high-stakes decisions. HR leaders must set clear protocols, build AI literacy, and keep humans accountable.
Succession planning safeguards businesses from disruptions, boosts retention, and engages leaders by identifying, developing, and preparing talent for key roles.
Newest Member Resources
This toolkit provides actionable resources and frameworks to help HR be a strategic revenue engine that drives measurable value and business impact.
Turn to SHRM's BEAM Toolkit for I&D for actionable insights and tools. Implement fair and legal inclusion to drive business performance and workforce unity.
Learn how to align inclusion and diversity programs with evolving laws and business needs. The SHRM BEAM Framework offers actionable guidance for HR leaders.
Calibrate your inclusion and diversity efforts with structured feedback, measurable progress, and legal alignment. Support a workplace where every employee can thrive.
Civility at Work
Discover how workplace and societal incivility have a negative impact on employees’ mental health — and steps SHRM leaders say organizations should take.
Learn how RTO mandates are contributing to increased incivility among workers, according to SHRM’s latest Civility Index, and explore what employers can do to help.
Political differences are fueling record-high rates of incivility, according to SHRM’s Q4 Civility Index.
Promoting workplace civility following the election is “HR’s opportunity to make a difference in America,” SHRM President and Chief Executive Officer Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, said at SHRM INCLUSION 2024.
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AI in the Workplace
A sweeping provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could block states from creating or enforcing AI regulations for the next 10 years.
HR leaders are navigating the early stages of AI integration, balancing innovation with responsibility, and transforming the HR function into a strategic, data-driven partner.
As AI becomes more integrated into the workplace, HR will play a critical role in building trust in its use.
Compensation and Benefits
The impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs are starting to be felt, with annual inflation ticking up in May after three months of declines.
Find out what one expert says will be the big total rewards changes in the next decade — including more technology, personalization, and responsibilities.
Find out why a softening labor market and economic concerns are driving employers to issue slightly lower annual pay increases this year than projected.
Inclusion and Diversity
EO Impact Zone: A Guide for HR Leaders
Inclusion and diversity are essential for creating thriving workplaces and communities. These principles drive innovation, foster collaboration, and ensure every individual feels valued and empowered.
Explore how recent executive orders impact I&D initiatives and discover SHRM’s BEAM framework—a practical, merit-based approach to creating truly inclusive workplaces.
Although there has been movement in the workplace to support working parents, there is ample room for improvement, one HR leader said at SHRM INCLUSION 2024.
Talent Acquisition
The Class of 2025 faces a challenging job market. Grads must navigate economic uncertainty, fewer internship opportunities, and evolving employer expectations.
The U.S. labor market continued to soften in May as employers navigated the Trump administration’s shifting tariffs policy and downbeat consumer sentiment.
The U.S. State Department’s pause on visa interviews for foreign students and exchange visitors may end soon, but experts warn of delays at consulates worldwide.
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