Key HR & Workforce Terms Explained
Essential terminology you need to understand HR & Workforce news. Each term is explained in plain language with context for how it appears in current reporting.
HRIS
Human Resource Information System for managing employee data
DEI
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives in the workplace
Gig Economy
Labor market characterized by short-term and freelance work
Talent Acquisition
The process of finding, attracting, and hiring qualified candidates
Employee Engagement
The level of commitment and connection employees feel toward work
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