Discussions about digitization have gained more and more ground in recent years. In fact, it's a topic so addressed in the business environment that it has, unintentionally, become a cliché. In reality, behind the digitization trends lies a deep gap between emerging technology and the actual needs of many organizations.

Because technology is advancing so quickly, managers and organizational leaders are now more focused on keeping up with the latest trends than on the basic needs of their teams. This approach can be a problem, especially in organizations where internal processes are still paper-based. In such environments, adopting the newest technologies can be challenging, simply because their internal systems aren't set up to handle advanced tools effectively.

HR Managers Need Relevant Software Solutions

The shift to remote work during the pandemic is an eloquent example of companies being caught off guard, highlighting the need for a comprehensive technological strategy. This transformation proved demanding, especially for human resources, yet it had repercussions throughout the company. In a recent Gartner study, 56% of HR managers acknowledged that their current HR tech solutions don't meet the present and future needs of their business. This lack of adequate technological tools affects more than just the HR department. The entire work environment feels the impact. Another Gartner report predicts that by 2025, around 60% of medium and large companies globally will use a cloud platform for managing HR activities and personnel. This trend underscores the rising relevance of the employee experience. After all, an organization's success is defined by its people, not just by numbers or financial records.

Nurturing Authentic Connections with Digital Tools

Specialists at the Arbinger Institute also address the 'humanization' of workplaces. In a report on HR trends for the year 2024, interviewed employees emphasized the need to work in environments where genuine interaction isn't overshadowed by complex processes and excessive workloads. It's noteworthy that employees who are highly satisfied with their jobs put less emphasis on salary and place greater value on the quality of relationships, both with colleagues and managers. Without a doubt, organizations that prioritize their people are the ones that also achieve high performance. Digital tools can't replace human connection, but they sure save us time for more meaningful engagement.

Technology as a Means for Transparent Communication

Both in previous years and in the upcoming period, employees will aspire to more transparency and openness. People, regardless of their field of activity, need to understand the dynamics and events taking place in their workplace. Real transparency builds trust, and technology helps in this regard. A 2023 study by Slack underscores that employees in companies lacking appropriate technology for promoting organizational transparency encounter difficulties accessing vital information. Many employees feel they are lagging behind in terms of technology, while in organizations where digital solutions align with the company culture, teams have a high level of trust.

What Can You Do to Adapt to the Trends of 2024?

Beyond the integration of Artificial Intelligence and increasing workplace flexibility, companies in 2024 will be embracing technologies to focus more on improving the employee experience, simplifying processes, and making work more transparent. Digitalization is not just about innovation but, above all, about bringing simplicity when we get lost in the complexity of daily challenges.

All of these trends can become quite overwhelming, especially when you realize that you don't have a specific strategy in place. What can you do right now to prepare your company for the upcoming HR transitions? Here are a few pieces of advice from the Papervee team, which we also follow:

  • Always stay informed. Keep an eye on trustworthy news sources to know what's happening next, so you can prepare ahead of time. Check out Papervee blog for the latest updates and useful information, and don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter.
     
  • Listen to your team. Encourage feedback and respond diligently to your employees' needs. Remember, your team is the source of all your successes, so their well-being should be the number one priority for your business.
     
  • Create a list of your company's needs and make a plan to achieve them. Digitalization is a complex process, but it's okay to start with small and steady steps. Begin with a complete solution that will assist you on multiple fronts. We suggest a platform for digitizing HR processes. The advantages provided by such a solution will have a positive impact across all levels of your company, as it's within the HR department that collaboration, transparent communication, organization, and productivity come to life. You can try Papervee Human Resources Management Solution for free. Start digitalization now!
     
  • Explore the current reality within your company rather than chasing the latest trends. This way, you will select the right technologies for you and your team, while staying informed about the directions in which technology is evolving.
     
  • Use technology to your advantage. Although this idea might seem redundant, it is true that there are cases of organizations that implement various solutions and leave it to technology to fulfill people's need to connect, communicate, and build valuable relationships.


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