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Employment Background Investigations, Inc. has recently unveiled RandomTracTMRandomTrac joins FormServTM and CNet-LinkTM as the third module in EBI’s highly touted and innovative http://www.ebiinc.com/services/drug_testing_managed_services.htm [MyEBI Drug Testing Program Management System].
First Annual South Carolina Workers’ Comp Conference will take place on February 28 – 29, 2008The premiere conference features invaluable insights from 24 South Carolina and Southeastern U.S. leaders and experts who will innovatively present proven and cutting-edge cost-containment solutions, administrative strategies, and professional guidance in an interactive learning environment. The Director of the South Carolina Department of Insurance and a key chief lobbyist for business interests will report and opine on the evolving impact of South Carolina’s 2007 workers’ compensation omnibus legislative reforms, Governor Mark Sanford’s Executive Order, and new workers’ compensation developments and trends affecting employers and workers throughout the state during 2008.
Intelladon to Conduct Rapid eLearning Workshops at Training 2008 Conference, February 4 - 5, 2008 Rapid eLearning takes too long and rapid, creative design - anytime.
Well-known Industry Executive Joins Eluta.ca as New President & CEOEluta Inc. announced today that Kim Peters, one of Canada's most widely known and experienced online recruitment executives, has joined the company as its new President & Chief Executive Officer. Ms Peters is one of the most seasoned executives in Canada's online recruitment industry, with over 10 years experience in senior management roles. She is the founder of Workopolis.com, where she served as President & COO. Prior to launching Workopolis, Kim oversaw the creation of GlobeCareers.com, Canada's first major online recruitment site.
Cytiva Releases Enhanced Interface and New Features for SonicRecruit Cytiva Software Inc. (CRX:TSX.V), a leading provider of on-demand recruiting software solutions, has announced today the release of time saving interface enhancements and new analytics functionality to improve their leading recruiting software system.
SuccessFactors to Keynote at Conference Board’s 2008 Strategic E-HR ConferenceSuccessFactors’ Rob Bernshteyn to Present “How Companies Can Leverage Technology-Enabled Strategic HR to Drive the Bottom Line”
The Conference Board to Provide eePulse’s ‘Leadership Pulse,’ a Web-Based Management Tool The Conference Board, the global business research and membership organization, and eePulse, Inc., a human resources consulting firm, announced today they will offer a new, real-time management tool that measures, analyzes, and benchmarks employee attitudes, knowledge, and engagement.
ConciseStaff Applicant Tracking Solution is released in US MarketsConciseware -- Strategic Management Solutions releases their online human resources applicant tracking system, ConciseStaff®.
WorkBlast Signs New York Giants Kicker Lawrence Tynes as SpokesmanWorkBlast.com, the industry leader in video resumes, has announced Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes will be the Tempe-based company's new spokesman.
Treadwell & Rollo, Inc. To Offer Identity Verification Service Treadwell & Rollo, Inc. To Offer Identity Verification Service Portcard.net As Benefit To All Employees
Bay Area-based environmental and geotechnical consulting firm Treadwell & Rollo has begun offering all employees a free one-year membership to social networking registry Portcard.net. Portcard.net is a registry that authenticates the identity of the person behind a username on social networking services like Facebook. Portcard.net protects children, teenagers and adults against Internet predators who try to take advantage of them by exploiting the total anonymity of the Internet.
Well-known Industry Executive Joins Eluta.ca as New President & CEOEluta Inc. announced today that Kim Peters, one of Canada's most widely known and experienced online recruitment executives, has joined the company as its new President & Chief Executive Officer. Ms Peters is one of the most seasoned executives in Canada's online recruitment industry, with over 10 years experience in senior management roles. She is the founder of Workopolis.com, where she served as President & COO. Prior to launching Workopolis, Kim oversaw the creation of GlobeCareers.com, Canada's first major online recruitment site.
Make Hires Happen With CVtrumpet.co.ukRecruitersand executive recruitment firms are offered placement guarantee with access to CVtrumpet's CV/Resume Database
Staffing Software Solution Enhances Information Flow from Microsoft® OutlookA supplemental product for the TempWorks Software application pumps up task flow for Microsoft® Outlook users
Xsell Resources Names Samuel Levy Sales ManagerXsell Resources Inc., an IT staffing
and recruiting firm recently ranked as the No. 1 fastest growing
company in Philadelphia by Inc. magazine, has named Samuel Levy Sales
Manager.
Career Expert Relates Finding a Job to Romancing Your ValentineThis Valentine's Day you might be looking for love. You might also be looking for a job. Fortunately, the art of wooing your love interest and impressing potential employers requires many of the same strategies, according to one career expert.
Staffing Software Solution Enhances Information Flow from Microsoft® OutlookA supplemental product for the TempWorks Software application pumps up task flow for Microsoft® Outlook users.
The 2nd annual Infohrm Workforce Planning Summit will be held May 19-20, 2008Infohrm, the global leader in full-service workforce planning, reporting, and analysis solutions today announced that the 2nd annual Infohrm Workforce Planning Summit will be held at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa on May 19-20, 2008, with optional two-day workshops following on May 21-22.
Kenexa Continues to Help Improve the Selection of European Union OfficialsKenexa awarded new three year contract
Barbara Sheridan is HRO Superstar for Third Straight YearCharlotte, NC – HRO Today, the magazine for HR professionals, has named HR XCEL co-founder Barbara Sheridan to its 2008 “HRO Superstars” list.
Government Technology Conference Southwest Honors Inquisite Survey System as Best Solution for Work Government Technology Conference Southwest Honors Inquisite Survey System as Best Solution for Work With Texas Department of Information Resources
Intelladon to Conduct Rapid eLearning Workshops at Training 2008 Conference, February 4 - 5, 2008 Rapid eLearning takes too long and rapid, creative design - anytime.
Aquire Announces Opening of Two New Offices in the United Kingdom and SwitzerlandIncrease in global customer base fuels first phase of international expansion.
How: Why HOW We Do Anything Means Everything in Business (And In Life) - 600 Word ReviewHow stresses the importance of the way in which we behave, think, and govern in today’s hyper-connected and transparent society. A new reality is upon us, one in which How individuals and corporations conduct business is more important than What they produce or sell. Find out more. Read this review!
How: Why HOW We Do Anything Means Everything in Business (And In Life) - 300 Word ReviewHow stresses the importance of the way in which we behave, think, and govern in today’s hyper-connected and transparent society. A new reality is upon us, one in which How individuals and corporations conduct business is more important than What they produce or sell. Find out more. Read this review!
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How to Choose a DatacenterKeeping employees connected is what good businesses do. IT departments struggle with the task. Scott Whitney, IT Manager of Journyx understands all too well. He shares his experiences with choosing a datacenter that best fits an organization's needs.
Annual Layoffs Forecast: 2008 Executive Survey Finds Severe Job Cuts to be Made This YearCareer Protection’s® Annual Layoffs Forecast predicts a 37% increase in companies planning layoffs and reductions in workforce this year.
Resource Scheduler from PeopleCube Supports Lower-Cost "Green" OperationsIntelligent workplace management solutions help facility managers achieve better
space utilization, reduced real-estate expenses, and reductions in energy costs
AIRS Announces 2008 Diversity Sourcing Games for RecruitersBringing the brightest minds in diversity recruiting together, AIRS, the leader in recruitment training, technology and outsourcing, has announced the 2008 Diversity Sourcing Games, a competition that recognizes the best sourcing tactic for identifying diversity candidates.
PreVisor's New Contact Center Solution Predicts Employee PerformanceNew product release features interactive simulations, dynamically-presented content, a contact center retention predictor, real-time reporting and candidate stacked-ranking
Nonprofit Pay Increases are StrongThe average salary adjustment for staff positions in nonprofit organizations increased by almost 4.0% from 2006 to 2007 according to a new study released by Total Compensation Solutions (TCS) a human resources consulting firm.
Denver Management Advisors, Inc. Expands Into Employment Services Through AcquisitionDenver Management Advisors, Inc. Expands Into Employment Services Through Acquisition of Innovative Human Resources
Denver Management Advisors, Inc. acquires Innovative Human Resorces creating new outsourced staffing and employment services division.
BROKERHUNTER.com Announces the Launch of Their JobBlogThis informational blog on jobs and careers is targeted specifically to Financial Advisory sales and support job seekers; including many job titles in banks, insurance companies and securities firms.
BAIRD NAMED TO FORTUNE’S 100 BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR LISTFor the fifth consecutive year, Baird has been recognized by FORTUNE magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, a prominent annual ranking of top U.S. companies based on workplace attributes and employee feedback. Baird, an employee-owned, international wealth management, capital markets, private equity and asset management firm, ranked 39 this year.
Students Aim For Fun at WorkA new survey of the ‘Digital Generation’ has been launched today by workplace experts Career Innovation in partnership with AIESEC, the world’s largest student-run organisation. The research will track people’s use of new technology, analyse their motivation and enable students to find out about careers that match their profile.
Workbook Empowers Entrepreneurs to Overcome Expectations of FailureStatistics indicate that most entrepreneurs who create their own business fail to achieve long-term success, prompting many people to think twice about pursuing this career path. A new workbook from JIST Publishing offers insight into why entrepreneurs fail to achieve success and provides step-by-step strategies for developing a healthy and profitable business.
PayEval LLC, is pleased to announce the latest release of PayEval 1.2 PayEval LLC, the premiere provider of comprehensive compensation and employment practice analysis software, is pleased to announce the latest release of PayEval 1.2 for human resource, diversity management, and legal professionals.
Effectively Selecting a Learning Management System If you are finding it difficult to choose a Learning Management System, you are not alone. Mike Cooke from Bersin & Associates' has some advice.
The Top Five Steps for Small and Mid-Size Businesses to Successfully Leverage Managed ServicesAchieving organizational objectives can be difficult for many small businesses. Most feel as though they are not getting the proper return on their IT investment. Paul Chisholm and Jeffrey M. Kaplan explain.
Companies Increasingly Focusing on the Risk of Third-Party MisconductHow do you handle third party ethics and compliance issues? The Conference Board has some answers.
Turbo Charging Retention with Exit AnalyticsWhy are your good employees leaving? How can you keep others from following? Exit interviews looking for more than just answers will help. Ron Hiller explains.
Seven Steps Toward Making a Good Impression In a Job InterviewFirst impressions are important in the corporate world. As Carole Martin explains, you have a product to sell and it's you!
Mediation and National Security Personnel System Pay for Performance: Can The Pitfalls Be Avoided?Managers and supervisors must write effective performance appraisals that will show results around the performance management system. Just what does this mean? Carol Rice and Rick Voyles explain.
Success of Company Riding on The Face Of CEO? Helen of Troy had a face that launched one thousand ships. . . what does it mean if your CEO has a good-looking face? Dr. John Schinnerer explains.
Getting off on the Right Foot: The First Steps of a New (or Renewed) Management Relationship How do you build a successful working relationship with an employee when you've just taken the reigns as management? Bruce Tulgan has some answers.
The 7 Engagement ImperativesOnly three out of ten people in the typical workplace use their hearts and minds every day, quotes Tom Terez. How do you engage the disengaged? Terez shares these tips.
E-verify With Caution Faster and better. . . computers can help employers verify identity quickly. But, is faster really better, or safe? M. Lee Smith Publishers shares this article.
Deepening Our DisciplineDiscipline means having the vision to see the long term picture and keep things in balance, says Jim Clemmer. He explains more.
Human Resources as a Profitability FactorThe concept of Human Resources as a profitability contributor is fast gaining currency in US businesses and bears closer examination, says Ken Moore and Bob Furlong.
I Don't Have Time For That!It's the catch phrase of the decade... I don't have time for that! When should you allow yourself not to have time? Suzette Langley shares some tips with OI Partners.
Personal Safety at Work We are conscious about performance. We work hard to maintain good working relationships. But, do we think about whether we are safe at work or not? Marcia Eager of Solutions EAP has some advice.
Are You Prepared for This Generation? And The Next?There is a definite need for HR professionals today to draw in the younger generations by utilizing cutting-edge technologies and online benefits/compensation platforms. Art Brooks explains.
Cover Letters -- Dos and Don'tsCover letters can be the way to open the door for a new job, yet most job hunters won't write one. Robin Ryan explains the importance of cover letters.
Portal to the Future: Internet Career MarketingCareer marketing offers employers a better organized, comprehensive and personalized system of exploring applicant qualifications that extends far beyond the printed page. Cathy Marion shares more.
Little Sisters of the Poor Lowers Costs and Improves Control Over Information Little Sisters of the Poor Lowers Costs and Improves Control Over Information with Human Resources Software Provided by HRMS SolutionsHRMS Solutions, Inc, a national provider of Human Resources Software and total workforce management solutions, announced today that The Little Sisters of the Poor is using Abra HRMS to effectively manage process 13 residential and nursing homes throughout the central and western U.S. that provide a range of care for the elderly poor.
Kognito Wins Bersin & Associates 2007 Learning Leader Award for its Simulation PlatformKognito, a leading developer of immersive learning simulations, announced today that the company has received the Bersin & Associates 2007 Learning Leader Award in the "Vendor Innovation" category for its Interpersonal Skills Simulation Platform. Kognito's web-based simulation platform allows players to engage in workplace conversations with realistic virtual characters -- equipped with emotions and memory -- and develop a strong understanding of the strategies and tactics that underlie effective and non-effective interpersonal communications.
Accolo CEO John Younger will deliver a webinar presentation on Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)John's presentation on January 28th at 11:00 AM PST, “Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) Demystified” will better define this emerging industry and help attendees assess when RPO is the right solution for their organization.
Secure Talent and Advantage Host Webinar on Worker MisclassificationCornell University speaker discusses the impact of incorrectly classifying workers.
Heart Disease #1 Killer Among WomenEven Small Lifestyle Changes Can Lower Risk for Heart Disease
nowHIRE.com and Edge Information Management Provide Integrated ATS and Pre-Employment ServicesCompanies collaborate to seamlessly integrate background and drug testing services into the recruitment and hiring processes.
GSK Completes Successful Meeting Series Using ARI's PowerMeetings ServicesAttendee involvement helps meetings required compliance meetings achieve goals.
Measuring Customer Satisfaction Depends on Asking the Right QuestionsNew white paper explores how companies get a competitive edge when seeing themselves through customer eyes
NSHP and LatPro Expand Nationwide Job Fair Series for Bilingual and Hispanic ProfessionalsAtlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, New York, San Jose and Washington, DC have been selected as the host cities for nine upcoming career events connecting companies with professional-level multicultural and multilingual job candidates.
Mercer creates advanced Rx benefit design, Dx-Rx Pairing Mercer creates advanced pharmacy benefit design based on latest medical
evidence
Dx-Rx Pairing(tm) represents state-of-the-art innovation, addresses
barriers to patient compliance
Thinking of Retiring on the Beach? Start Saving NowMost U.S. employees know they should save more for retirement. However with the personal savings rate at negative .5 percent (www.bea.gov/newsreleases/national/pi/pinewsrelease.htm), individuals are spending more than they earn, depleting their savings and increasing debt.
CEO Gregg Lehman enumerates steps towards 21st century health benefit designFrom research to practice: HealthFitness, Eastman Chemical Company case study demonstrates real-world health gains and productivity savings
CEO Gregg Lehman enumerates steps towards 21st century health benefit design in Jan. 30 audioconference
SYSTEMATION PARTNERS WITH AUSTRALIA’S LARGEST LEARNING SOLUTIONS PROVIDER Dimension Data Learning Solutions to license full array of Systemation’s business analysis and project management training courses; Strategic initiative represents Systemation’s latest foray into international markets
Most Companies to Make Other Changes to Their Proxy Disclosures for 2008Many Companies Still Unlikely to Disclose Performance Goals in Their 2008
Proxy Statements, Watson Wyatt Poll Finds
Survey Shows Younger Employees Less Satisfied with JobsWorkplace Options' Study of Working Adults Reveals Younger Employees Seek New Levels of Benefits
Securian’s Minnesota Life insures State of Florida employeesMinnesota Life, the nation’s fifth largest group life insurer, now provides more than $14 billion of life insurance
coverage for nearly 160,000 employees and retirees of the State of Florida.
Plateau Recognized for Depth of Functionality and Forward-looking Strategy Plateau Named a Leader in Integrated Performance and Compensation Solutions by Independent Research Firm
Mercer creates advanced Rx benefit design, Dx-Rx Pairing Mercer creates advanced pharmacy benefit design based on latest medical
evidence
Dx-Rx Pairing(tm) represents state-of-the-art innovation, addresses
barriers to patient compliance
Insala Announces 3rd HCI Leadership Development Webcast on Decoding Generational DifferencesDeloitte’s W. Stanton Smith Presents “Decoding Generational Differences: How can we get back to work?”
Aquire Rings In the New Year with a 19 Percent Annual Growth in 2007Record revenues and strategic solution releases position company for significant growth in 2008.
CERTPOINT Previews New VLS 6.0CERTPOINT previewed VLS 6.0, the latest version of their Learning Management suite at CERTPOINT’s January Virtual Forum. With an anticipated release date within the first Quarter of 2008, VLS 6.0 provides new capabilities such as e-Commerce Enhancements, Collaboration and Informal Learning, Performance Tracking and Talent Management, Ad hoc Reporting, and new Data Import and Export Utilities.
Rideau's CEO is Named Five Time Superstar by HRO TodayMagazine HRO Today has chosen Peter Hart as one of the top HR providers in North America.
Human Capital Institute and StepStone Solutions Partner to Launch "Four Generation Workforce"The Human Capital Institute (HCI), a global professional association and educator in talent management strategies, and StepStone Solutions, a leading global provider of integrated talent management solutions, announced today that the two organizations will jointly launch “The Four Generation Workforce” education and research track. The track is one of several key topics addressed in HCI’s Talent Strategy community of interest, a community HCI considers essential to organizations focused on leveraging human capital.
FORTUNE magazine released its 100 Best Companies to Work For® list Today, FORTUNE magazine released its 100 Best Companies to Work For® list (www.fortune.com) with Google at the top for the second straight year. This annual list of top US workplaces is compiled by the San Francisco-based Great Place to Work® Institute, which has authored the list since 1998.
Vangent, Inc., announced that it has appointed Dr. John (Jack) Jones as VP and Chief Scientist Vangent, Inc., a leading provider of results-oriented human capital and talent management solutions, announced that it has appointed Dr. John (Jack) Jones as Vice President and Chief Scientist of its Human Capital division.
Media 1 Wins Four STC Awards Including Best of ShowThe West Michigan Shores Chapter of the Society for Technical Communication (WMS-STC) recently announced the winners of its 2007-08 Effective Communication Competition. Media 1, a Grand Haven company, was honored with 4 awards including a Best of Show for their work on the Meijer Effective Selling course. The WMS Chapter will sponsor sending this course on to the STC International Competition, where it will compete against the best online communications selected from STC competitions held around the world.
2008 Brandon Hall Research Innovations in Learning Conference AnnouncedConference sessions will focus on new trends such as podcasts, games, and social networking
Insala Announces 3rd HCI Leadership Development Webcast on Decoding Generational DifferencesDeloitte’s W. Stanton Smith Presents “Decoding Generational Differences: How can we get back to work?”
AfterCollege and Adicio Form Strategic AllianceAdicio and AfterCollege have formed an alliance that facilitates access to AfterCollege's career network for students and recent grads
Social Work Today magazine announced the launch of an online senior housing navigational toolThe new resource, which was developed by SNAPforSeniors, is called the Social Work Today Senior Housing Locator and can be found at socialworktoday.com.
SMARTPOST EXPANDS LOCAL RECRUITING NETWORK AS A MEANS TO LOWER RECRUITING COSTSSites such as SignOnSanDiego and Kijiji added to help recruiters save on rising relocation costs
Legiant Teams with Actsoft to Deliver Integrated GPS Data with Time and Attendance SolutionGPS tracking promises to improve off-Site employee productivity.
New Book Reveals the Wage Wars between Men and WomenOn average, women earn a mere 75 percent of what men employed in the same occupation earn, according to The Editors at JIST, authors of the recently released reference Salary Facts Handbook. In the book, the authors shed light on the pay disparities between men and women and offer advice on how women can maximize their opportunity to earn equal pay for their employment.
Book 'Spiriting Around' Gives Head Start on Success12 good ideas to give you a jump start on your success. How love and having conscious values provide the foundation to reach any goal. How personal direction, self-encouragement, and responsibility give each of us the control we want to find satisfaction in life.
Leadership Without Borders: Successful Strategies From World-Class Leaders - 600 Word ReviewLeadership Without Borders shares the results of his detailed Global Leadership Survey (consisting of interviews with more than 50 leaders who have lived and worked in more than 60 different countries), Cohen identifies the new global competencies and groups them into a cohesive set of guidelines—illuminating a comprehensive and clear view of successful, world-focused management. Find out more. Read this review!
Leadership Without Borders: Successful Strategies From World-Class Leaders - 300 Word ReviewLeadership Without Borders shares the results of his detailed Global Leadership Survey (consisting of interviews with more than 50 leaders who have lived and worked in more than 60 different countries), Cohen identifies the new global competencies and groups them into a cohesive set of guidelines—illuminating a comprehensive and clear view of successful, world-focused management. Find out more. Read this review!
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Are you making the most of your inner Dr. King?Are you making the most of your inner Dr. King? Well, are you? Tom Terez shares this survey to see if you are.
Workscape Hires Veteran Sales Leader as Vice President of Compensation and Performance Business UnitChris O'Grady to Head North American Sales Initiatives for Company's Award-Winning Solutions
EBI, iCIMS Announce Enhancements to Strategic AllianceLeaders in Talent Management broaden technology interface saving Customers Time and Money
GeoLearning's Frank Russell to Present at Pacific Crest On-Demand ConferenceGeoLearning, Inc., the leading provider of Managed Learning Services and on-demand learning and performance platforms, today announced that Frank Russell, president and CEO, will present a corporate overview at Pacific Crest's 3rd Annual On-Demand Conference on February 28 at The Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco, CA.
TEDS®, Inc., announced the general release of the TEDS® Talent Management Solutions Suite v. 8.5.TEDS 8.5 brings to the marketplace a stronger Succession Management capability and a more robust Job Vision product, including succession analytics and the ability to track and identify high potential associates and critical individual contributors. The suite now provides electronic signatures and automated routing with support for proxy supervisors within its Performance Plan functionality, efficient automated mass assignment of Roles, Tasks, and Competencies as a background function, and a robust archiving capability empowering any organization to manage the entire lifecycle of person records in its database.