Welcome to today’s edition of the HR Tech Daily Roundup, where we bring you the most important news, trends, and innovations in the world of human resources technology. As HR tech continues to evolve, staying informed is essential for professionals striving to optimize their workforce strategies and drive meaningful change. In this roundup, we highlight key updates, cutting-edge solutions, and expert insights that are shaping the future of HR. Let’s take a look at today’s top news!
Udemy, a leading AI-powered skills development platform, announced the appointment of Sonya Saunder as Chief of Staff and Vice President of Strategy & Operations, Ann-Marie Darrough as Vice President of Global Partnerships and Blaine Trainor as Vice President of Partner Ecosystems. These strategic hires further strengthen Udemy’s leadership team as the company accelerates its transformation into a world-class, AI-powered platform to reskill and upskill the future workforce. “As we continue to evolve our platform and extend our global reach, we are expanding our team with experienced leaders who can drive strategic initiatives and forge valuable partnerships,” said Hugo Sarrazin, President and CEO of Udemy. “Sonya, Ann-Marie and Blaine bring a wealth of experience from some of the world’s most innovative companies. We look forward to their valuable contributions as we work towards scaling our AI-powered learning ecosystem and creating more value for customers worldwide.”
Gen Z Embraces AI at Work, Says Bosses Don’t Understand It
As AI continues to revolutionize the modern workforce, Gen Z is emerging as the generation leading in its adoption, according to research released by UKG, a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions. In a new national survey from UKG and conducted by The Harris Poll, the youngest generation in the workforce also stands out as the most eager and proactive in integrating AI into daily work, with 90% believing AI will save them time at work, including more than a quarter (29%) who think AI will save them 60-89 minutes per day. The findings point to a clear opportunity for employers across America: employees want AI to help them work smarter and more efficiently by taking over workplace processes for them (84%), and Gen Z could be the key to accelerating adoption across the organization. By tapping into the ease with which Gen Z tends to embrace new technologies, companies can empower their entire workforce to learn the latest tools, leverage them to support their roles, and free up time for more engaging, strategic work.
Wrike Launches MCP Server for AI-Driven Work Management
Wrike, the intelligent work management platform, announced the launch of Wrike MCP Server, a breakthrough in enterprise AI connectivity. The new server enables third-party enterprise AI agents – including Anthropic’s Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Perplexity, and custom assistants – to securely access, analyze, and act on live work management data in Wrike, transforming the way humans and virtual agents collaborate across organizations.This innovative capability leverages the Model Context Protocol, an emerging open standard that simplifies and secures context sharing between applications and Large Language Models (LLMs). Wrike’s MCP Server connects Wrike’s industry-leading project, task, and workflow insights directly to the everyday AI assistants that teams already use, eliminating silos and unlocking a new era of seamless, AI-powered productivity.
10KC Unveils Mentorship Analytics for Enterprise HR Teams
Ten Thousand Coffees (10KC), a mentorship software solution that enables organizations to deliver strategic mentoring programs across key talent segments, announced the launch of powerful new Reporting and Analytics capabilities, featuring an updated Pathways Dashboard and a first-of-its-kind Impact Dashboard. With these enhancements, organizations can now quantify the true impact of mentorship on key talent outcomes. The Impact Dashboard gives HR, Talent, and Learning & Development teams clear visibility into how mentoring drives business-critical results, including increased engagement, development, internal mobility, and retention. The Pathways Dashboard makes it easy to track program participation in real-time and highlights the specific skills employees are building through participation. Historically, mentorship programs have struggled to move beyond anecdotal success stories. 10KC’s Reporting and Analytics tools have now changed that, putting actionable, real-time insights directly into the hands of HR and Talent leaders.
LeadingAge MA Launches Career Center to Boost Aging Services
SmartJobBoard, a leading AI-powered job board solution provider for associations, nonprofits and government organizations, announced the launch of LeadingAge Massachusetts’ new Career Center. LeadingAge Massachusetts is an association dedicated to supporting the work of not-for-profit aging service providers across the state. Powered by SmartJobBoard’s advanced AI technology, the new platform aims to better connect aging services organizations with qualified professionals seeking meaningful careers in a wide range of roles, from nursing and social work to dining services, maintenance and administration. As Massachusetts continues to confront workforce shortages in long-term care and aging services, LeadingAge Massachusetts’ new Career Center serves as a central hub to support both hiring organizations and job seekers exploring fulfilling and impactful career paths. The platform features a user-friendly, mobile-optimized interface that enables employers to easily post jobs and reach a broader pool of qualified candidates. At the same time, job seekers can search for roles tailored to their skills, interests and preferred work environments.
