
HR, We Have a Problem - Connecting data governance and data privacy in HR to shape a seamless employee experience.
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03/14/24 • 37 min
In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper talks with guest Danielle Bushen, Global Head of People Analytics, Data Governance, and Stewardship at Sanofi, a global pharmaceutical and healthcare company. Their conversation touches on the strategy behind data privacy and governance, data-driven decision-making, and end-to-end process integrations.
Key takeaways from this episode include:
↪️ Prioritizing data governance as a strategic imperative informs HR’s decision-making and organizational effectiveness.
↪️ By integrating data governance principles into all processes ensures seamless operations and elevated employee experiences.
↪️ Embracing AI’s potential means HR must prioritize data quality and hygiene to mitigate risks associated with biased or inaccurate predictions.
↪️ Establishing data governance councils and fostering cross-functional collaboration is essential to ensure alignment, accountability, and effective data management across the organization.
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Danielle Bushen
Sanofi
In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper talks with guest Danielle Bushen, Global Head of People Analytics, Data Governance, and Stewardship at Sanofi, a global pharmaceutical and healthcare company. Their conversation touches on the strategy behind data privacy and governance, data-driven decision-making, and end-to-end process integrations.
Key takeaways from this episode include:
↪️ Prioritizing data governance as a strategic imperative informs HR’s decision-making and organizational effectiveness.
↪️ By integrating data governance principles into all processes ensures seamless operations and elevated employee experiences.
↪️ Embracing AI’s potential means HR must prioritize data quality and hygiene to mitigate risks associated with biased or inaccurate predictions.
↪️ Establishing data governance councils and fostering cross-functional collaboration is essential to ensure alignment, accountability, and effective data management across the organization.
Don’t miss this exciting thought leader conversation! Follow the hosts and companies mentioned below:
Sapient Insights Group
Download the 2023-24 HR Systems Survey White Paper
Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn
Teri Zipper
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Danielle Bushen
Sanofi
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Key points covered include:
↪️ Recent shifts within OpenAI and Great Place to Work highlight the importance of trust and transparency in organizational leadership.
↪️ Claro's AI-powered labor market reports offer valuable external data for workforce planning, presenting complex data in a user-friendly format to assist decision-making processes.
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↪️ Updates regarding platform enhancements and new payroll rollouts showcase efforts towards enhancing user experience and functionality, as seen in Ramco and HiBob.
↪️ AI's role in streamlining content creation and distribution challenges traditional journalism standards, raising concerns about the potential compromise of journalistic integrity.
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Cliff Stevenson
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Spilling the Tea on HR Tech - Hot week! Notable acquisitions, spotlighting women in leadership, and why cohort-based learning is on fire.
In this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech, Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, and Sapients Insights Group Director of Research, Cliff Stevenson, get into the huddle to discuss recent acquisitions, employment law updates, and other emerging HR trends.
In celebration of International Women's Day, this episode also explores recent stories highlighting women in leadership roles, analyzing broader industry trends, and the ongoing debate over all-in-one talent solutions.
Key points covered include:
↪️ Workday's acquisition of HiredScore signals a strategic move beyond Human Resource Management Software (HRMS) solutions into talent acquisition technology.
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↪️ Culture Amp's appointment of global workplace thought leader Esther Perel as an advisor suggests a strategic focus on enhancing organizational culture and employee engagement.
↪️ Deel's expansion into payroll services reflects a trend of HR tech companies broadening their offerings to meet evolving customer needs.
↪️ Legislative changes, such as New York's social media law, underscore the need for HR professionals to stay updated on compliance issues and adapt accordingly.
↪️ The concept behind Sapient’s launch of a brand new immersive cohort-based program on Building an HR Systems Strategy That Works
Don’t miss this exciting thought leader conversation! Follow the hosts and companies mentioned below:
Sapient Insights Group
Download the 2023-24 HR Systems Survey White Paper
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Stacey Harris
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Cliff Stevenson
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