Welcome to today’s edition of the HR Tech Weekly 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 top news!
Perceptyx: Employment Anxiety Rising in U.S. Workforce
With the U.S. economy on edge, American workers are feeling uneasy and eyeing the exit — especially those halfway up the corporate ladder, according to new data from Perceptyx, the global leader in employee listening and actioning for a better workplace. Researchers at Perceptyx’s Center for Workforce Transformation surveyed more than 5,400 U.S. workers in February and March 2025 about their thoughts on the job market, their experience at work, and their overall well-being. The results paint a picture of a workforce on pins and needles as rumors circulate, colleagues lose their jobs, and everyone wonders what’s coming next.
ISG to Assess Workday Ecosystem Providers in the U.S., Europe and APAC
Information Services Group (ISG) , a global AI-centered technology research and advisory firm, has launched a research study examining the strengths and competitive positioning of partners providing services for the Workday human capital management (HCM) ecosystem. The study results will be published in a series of comprehensive ISG Provider Lens reports, called Workday Ecosystem, scheduled to be released in September 2025. The reports will cover how providers leverage AI-driven solutions including Workday Illuminate, coupled with predictive analytics and intelligent process automation, to streamline HR operations and boost workforce productivity for enterprises.
SIRVA Appoints Jim Shepherd as CFO
Sirva Worldwide, a leading global relocation and moving services provider, announced the appointment of Jim Shepherd as Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Shepherd succeeds Interim Chief Financial Officer, Paige Wisdom. Jim Shepherd brings over a decade of global financial leadership to Sirva, having most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at CWT, Inc. Over his three-year tenure, he led global finance functions, procurement, real estate, and pricing. Shepherd oversaw a team of 700 finance professionals supporting operations in 140 countries. Prior to that, he was Senior Vice President of Finance at CWT, focusing on driving operational efficiencies and business performance.
Accenture Acquires TalentSprint to Boost LearnVantage
Accenture has acquired TalentSprint, a leader in deep tech education, from NSE Academy Ltd. TalentSprint offers transformational learning programs to emerging and experienced professionals in partnership with top-tier academic institutions and leading enterprise technology providers. The acquisition will bolster Accenture LearnVantage’s ability to drive growth through key university certifications and high impact bootcamps, creating trained talent pools for enterprises and governments. Founded in 2009, TalentSprint has consistently been at the forefront of talent development, empowering professionals with future-ready skills. Over the past 15 years, the company’s deep collaborations with leading enterprise technology providers and prestigious academic institutions, including the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), International Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and globally renowned research institutions, ensure its programs remain industry relevant and deliver high-impact learning outcomes.
WorkForce Software Sets 2025 VISION Conference
WorkForce Software, the #1 rated workforce management solution for global employers, announces its fourteenth VISION conference. The VISION 2025 theme, “Untethered,” encourages attendees to think beyond traditional approaches and explore new possibilities in global workforce management driven by the changing nature of work and advances in technology. VISION 2025 is taking place May 5-8, 2025, at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass in Phoenix, Arizona. The event unites WorkForce Software’s global customers, industry experts, and workforce management professionals to accelerate the adoption of innovative workforce technologies, enhance employee experience and engagement, and optimize investments in their global teams.
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