Aconso, a leading provider of HR document management and cloud-based software solutions, has released a global report titled From Manual to Meaningful: Unlocking HR’s Potential Through AI and Digital Transformation. The report, based on a survey of 650 senior HR leaders, highlights the challenges faced by HR professionals in prioritizing employee wellbeing, mental health, and stress management amid mounting workloads, limited budgets, and a rapidly changing workforce.
- Employee Wellbeing at the Forefront
- 69% of senior HR leaders have identified employee wellbeing, mental health, and stress management as top priorities for the next three to five years.
- However, 56% of HR leaders view wellbeing as critical in the long term, but 72% report being hindered by limited resources and budgets.
- Challenges in Managing Work-Life Balance
- HR leaders are also struggling with their own work-life balance, with 41% admitting that they face difficulties in managing their workloads and personal well-being.
- Struggling to Alleviate Burnout
- 43% of HR leaders feel they are unable to fully mitigate the effects of burnout and stress within their organizations, underscoring the need for more robust employee support systems.
- Complexities of Managing Multigenerational Workforces
- 55% of HR leaders report that managing multigenerational teams has significantly increased the complexity of their roles, with Generation Z bringing new expectations that must be balanced with the needs of older generations.
- Additionally, 50% of HR leaders are grappling with the challenges of managing remote and hybrid work environments.
- Leveraging AI and Automation for Employee Experience
- 72% of senior HR professionals are planning to increase their use of AI and automation to streamline routine tasks and focus more on initiatives that directly enhance employee experience and wellbeing.
- Automation is seen as a game-changer by 60% of HR leaders, reducing administrative burdens and allowing HR teams to invest in more meaningful employee programs.
- Urgency to Shift Focus Toward Employee-Centric Programs
- Despite frequent resource diversions to handle urgent business changes (69%), HR leaders are shifting focus towards leveraging AI to automate processes, freeing up time for employee-focused initiatives.
Aconso’s report illustrates the significant pressure faced by senior HR leaders as they navigate the complexities of modern workforce management. The integration of AI and automation is becoming a critical tool in helping HR teams manage administrative tasks more efficiently, enabling them to focus on fostering employee wellbeing, engagement, and long-term satisfaction. As the workplace continues to evolve, HR leaders must balance operational demands with employee-centric strategies to create thriving, sustainable organizations.