Driving Employee Engagement through HR Automation, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD

Abstract: This article explores how human resources can leverage automation to drive employee engagement. Drawing on both scholarly research and practical industry examples, the article outlines the key benefits of HR automation, including its ability to streamline administrative processes, enhance the employee experience, and free up HR professionals to focus on more strategic, engagement-driven initiatives. The articles covers specific use cases where automation can have the greatest impact, such as onboarding, performance management, learning and development, and HR service delivery. It also addresses the common barriers to implementing HR automation and provides strategies for overcoming them through effective change management. Finally, the brief examines the future of HR automation and its potential to transform employee engagement through emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and predictive analytics. The aim is to provide HR practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of how to harness the power of automation to cultivate a more engaged and productive workforce.