- Sapient Insights Group, a leader in independent HR technology research, and IHRIM (International Association for Human Resource Information Management) have announced an expanded strategic collaboration.
- This enhanced alliance brings together two long-standing advocates for HR transformation to provide the HR technology community with exceptional opportunities for education, community engagement, and professional growth.
- The partnership aims to equip HR professionals with the necessary tools and insights to navigate the increasingly complex HR technology landscape.
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Strengthening the Collaboration:
- Exclusive Data-Driven Webinars: Sapient Insights Group will continue to deliver exclusive webinars throughout the year, offering IHRIM members actionable insights into current HR challenges.
- Recertification Credits (RCHs): IHRIM members can now earn 10 Recertification Credit Hours by participating in the Annual HR Systems Survey.
- This survey, in its 28th year, is the industry’s most trusted source for “voice-of-the-customer” research and is actively seeking participation from HR practitioners.
- Shared Commitment: Teri Zipper, CEO and Managing Partner at Sapient Insights Group, emphasizes their mutual commitment to educating and uplifting HRIS practitioners, particularly those in early career stages, empowering them to drive change.
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Shared Vision and Enhanced Value:
- Long-Standing Relationship: This announcement builds on the organizations’ existing relationship and shared mission: helping HR practitioners make smart, ethical, and enduring decisions about workplace technology.
- Focus on HR Preparedness: Both IHRIM and Sapient are dedicated to preparing HR teams to meet tomorrow’s challenges with clarity and confidence, from improving employee experience to driving strategic business value.
- Addressing Complexity: With 58% of HRIS professionals having less than three years of experience in their current role and increasing complexity in HR technology, this partnership provides crucial clarity and community.
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Key Elements of the Enhanced Collaboration:
- Exclusive Webinar Series: Co-hosted sessions for IHRIM members focusing on digital transformation, leadership development, change management, and technology strategy.
- Discounted Research Access: IHRIM members receive $400 off the full price of the HR Systems Survey Whitepaper (Sapient’s lowest rate), with free access for survey participants.
- Ongoing AEP Accreditation: Sapient remains an Authorized Education Partner (AEP) with IHRIM, allowing for continued education and recertification credits through events and survey engagement.
- Dr. Dennis Hill, IHRIM’s Board Chair, President, and CEO, on Community Access: Highlights that the expanded partnership provides their global community with “top-tier research, practical tools, and transformative learning experiences grounded in real-world solutions.”
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Leading Through Complexity and Developing Leadership:
- Critical Shift in HR: Sapient’s latest report, based on insights from over 3,300 organizations across 59 countries, revealed that while 52% of HR functions are now viewed as strategic, outcomes in HR, talent, and business performance declined in 2024.
- The Need for Stronger Skills: This indicates that strategy alone is insufficient; HR leaders require stronger leadership development, critical thinking, and systems fluency.
- Focus on Leadership Development: To address this need, the organizations will spotlight leadership development through Sapient’s Change Leadership Cohorts and executive learning programs, specifically tailored for emerging HR leaders.
- The expanded collaboration between Sapient Insights Group and IHRIM marks a significant step forward in supporting the professional growth and strategic capabilities of HR technology practitioners.
- By combining comprehensive research, tailored education, and community engagement, the alliance is poised to empower HR professionals to confidently navigate the complexities of modern HR technology.
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