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While HR technology does pose a threat to compliance, the benefits and opportunities far outweigh the risk. Regulations are constantly evolving and compliance tasks themselves are often time-consuming and tedious, but HR tech can shoulder some of that burden.
When Raghav “Rags” Gupta talks about the future of work, he doesn’t speak in hypotheticals; he speaks from the front lines of innovation. As the former President and now Advisor at Butlr, a pioneer in wireless occupancy sensing technology, Gupta is shaping how we understand space, behavior, and productivity in a post-pandemic world. He shared his insights in this week’s episode of America Back to Work. Adapting to a New Workforce Era Even before COVID-19, Gupta saw the contours of change emerging. “The nature of work has been changing…driven by technologies, driven by generational change,” he explains. But the pandemic […]
Navigating Data Retention Laws for Background Screening Records
For HR and talent professionals, ensuring compliance with data retention laws for background screening records is a critical and often complex responsibility. The stakes are high: regulatory violations can lead to legal consequences, financial penalties, and reputational risk. But just as importantly, improper record retention, whether by holding onto data too long or discarding it too early, can compromise privacy, security, and operational efficiency. This guide walks you through what must be retained, for how long, and under which state and federal laws you’re governed when handling background screening documentation. With the proper framework, you can confidently manage records while […]
Is HR Technology a Compliance Risk?
While HR technology does pose a threat to compliance, the benefits and opportunities far outweigh the risk. Regulations are constantly evolving and compliance tasks themselves are often time-consuming and tedious, but HR tech can shoulder some of that burden.