It’s an exciting time to be in HR as scores of technologies, such as Watson, AI, predictive modeling, real-time data analytics, HR shared service centers, and others are being implemented at a rapid pace by HR leaders around the world every day. Digital HR expertly addresses the revolutionary trends and disruptive echnologies to provide HR executives, managers, specialists, generalists, and students with a comprehensive and evidence-based guide to current technologies that enhance, enable, revitalize, and empower Human Resources. With practical insight, real-world case studies, tips and tools, recommendations, and additional resources, Waddill guides readers through each of the major technologies and addresses vital strategic and implementation issues. SUPPLEMENTARY CONTENT available at
I was pleasantly surprised by this book. Waddill uses the lens of assessing Digital HR across three functional domains: Learning Management, Talent Management, and Knowledge Management. She kicks it off by setting the business case and organizational trends that fuel the conversion. Then, each of the domains are covered in assessing the breadth contained within. Overall, this is a great foundational resource to guide your thinking as you approach the digital HR revolution.