In this new reality, the CHRO cannot be a spectator. We must be front and centre in the AI conversation. The role of the CHRO is expanding from managing human capital to designing the total workforce architecture - where human capability and artificial intelligence complement each other.
Author - Preeti Ahuja
is a visionary People & Culture leader with over 20+ years of experience blending deep business acumen and technology expertise to drive transformative outcomes. As a trusted partner to C-suite executives, she excels at aligning leadership teams around strategic initiatives that accelerate growth, innovation, and organisational agility.
With a wealth of international experience across multiple countries and cultures, she has effectively partnered with management teams at all levels, including boards and executive teams, to drive organisational success. She has been recognised on multiple occasions internally and externally as a strong advocate for inclusion and for her Human Resources leadership.
Which major trends or forces reshaped the world of work and HR this year? PA The world of work is constantly evolving, and over the past few years, we have seen some significant changes in the way we work. From the rise of remote work to the increasing use of automation and artificial intelligence...
By prioritizing fair pay, flexibility, personalized benefits, growth opportunities, and recognition, Organisation can make a powerful statement. It signals to top talent that your organisation genuinely values its people and is committed to their long-term success.
Organisations that embrace transparency, invest in their workforce, and adapt to emerging challenges will not only survive but thrive in the face of change. By focusing on people as the driving force behind profits, businesses can create a more sustainable and inclusive future.
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It requires strong linkages with business requirements and a supporting culture. Talent strategy starts becoming powerful and impactful when the linkage with business numbers is established clearly and measured consistently.
No one is thinking about the entire organisation except the HR function. While credibility starts with functional excellence, CHROs' impact and influence extends across the entire enterprise and beyond the organisation to truly drive transformation.
As a leader, the best approach to identify the mental health challenges is to take time to get to know and understand their people, their feelings and emotions.
Implementing an Employee Wellness Program can bring significant benefits to both employees and employers. It can enhance employees' overall wellness, reduce healthcare costs, improve productivity, and create a positive company culture.
Skills-based hiring means evaluating candidates based on their abilities, rather than on where they went to school or previously worked. The goal is to hire the person most capable of excelling in the role, not the one who looks best on paper.



