HR Must Reclaim DEIB as a Priority in 2025

Sophie Hurcombe , VP of People at Lattice , warns that diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are being deprioritized due to a lack of resources and internal support. Despite overwhelming evidence that diverse teams outperform their peers, only 15% of organizations rank DEIB as a key priority. To make DEIB a lasting focus, HR leaders must integrate it into hiring, performance management, and employee engagement, moving beyond quotas and one-off bias training.

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HR Leaders Push for Employee Wellbeing Despite Budget Strains

A new global report from aconso finds that 69% of senior HR leaders are prioritizing mental health and stress management in the next three to five years, but 72% cite budget constraints as a major hurdle. The study highlights how HR teams are turning to AI and automation to reduce administrative burdens and refocus on employee-centric initiatives. Ulrich Jaenicke , Co-founder and CEO of aconso, emphasizes the need for HR to balance strategic demands with employee well-being while ensuring sustainable workplace growth.

Read how HR leaders are tackling employee wellbeing in a resource-tight environment.

Jobma Earns SourceForge’s Winter 2025 Top Performer Award

Jobma , an AI-powered video interviewing platform, has been recognized as a Top Performer in the Video Interviewing category by SourceForge , one of the largest software review platforms. The award is given to companies that consistently receive outstanding user feedback, placing Jobma among the top 10% of highly rated products. Krishna Kant , Managing Partner at Jobma, says the recognition motivates the company to continue improving hiring efficiency and candidate experience.

Read more about how Jobma is setting the standard for video interviewing technology.

PeopleScout Enhances Affinix? with AI-Powered Recruitment Upgrades

PeopleScout , a TrueBlue Inc. (NYSE: TBI) company, has upgraded @Affinix?, its AI-driven talent acquisition platform, to improve candidate experience and recruitment efficiency. The enhancements include AI-powered candidate matching, modular deployment options, and advanced talent analytics. The goal is to reduce hiring costs, accelerate recruitment timelines, and provide deeper hiring insights. CEO Taryn Owen emphasized TrueBlue’s mission to connect employers with top talent through cutting-edge technology.

Learn how Affinix? is transforming talent acquisition with AI-driven precision.

ClickUp’s Director of People on HR’s Expanding Role

Mandy Mekhail , Director of People and Chief of Staff at ClickUp , transitioned from an education background to HR, bringing a people-first mindset to talent development and internal communications. She introduced role-specific onboarding, leading to a 34% increase in new hire success rates. Mekhail believes AI will enhance project management efficiency but remains skeptical about its role in recruiting, citing legal and human judgment concerns.

Read how Mekhail is shaping HR strategy at ClickUp and her insights on AI’s evolving role.