The Digital Panorama

Today's organisations are not a collective of bosses and followers. Agile network of leaders and collaborators use digital technology to push through customer focused innovation. Human Resource teams should be able to identify and equip these leaders with essential skills, tools and platforms to remain competitive and relevant at all times.

- Visweswara Rao

It is said that Baby Boomers were loyal to the company, but the Millennials are steadfast about their calling. The "Gen Y", who have the world at their fingertips and information at their beck and call are looking to make an impact on their community, and, regard their work as an extension of their personal space. And, with all round connectivity the old adage of separation of work and life does not hold water anymore.

The waves of digital disruption are felt across business functions, and, HR is no exception. Organisations are grappling with myriad people issues like multi generational workforce, work life balance, enhanced mobility and changing digital job descriptions. Therefore, a digitally savvy and nimble human resource function is pivotal for managing the diverse, hyperconnected workforce. So, how can HR extract and retain the hidden potential of a tech-savvy Millennial for corporate betterment, and remain relevant in the changing work-scope at the same time?

Moving ahead of the disruption curve