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Ultimate Software, a cloud provider of people management solutions, announced that vRide, a leader in providing alternative transportation solutions for commuters, is benefiting from UltiPro's unified solutions for human capital management (HCM), person-centric user experience, and exceptional customer support.Ultimate's cloud technology is providing vRide with one system of record to manage all of its people-related data. With single-solution HCM, the company is experiencing improved efficiencies through centralized workforce information; fast and extensive reporting and analysis; increased time savings; reduced systems maintenance; as well as industry-leading security and disaster recovery.

Read more at: http://online.wsj.com/article/PR-CO-20140523-909809.html

Bond International Software, the global provider of recruitment and human capital management software and services, had acquired FMP Global, which provides managed payroll solutions in over 65 countries around the world, for a sum in excess of £8.5million. This acquisition of FMP Global will support Bond in broadening its customer base to multi-national companies, both in the UK and internationally. The managed payroll solutions from FMP Global are designed to fit the requirement for a centralised single payroll process that provides coordination of all aspects of setting up employees in a foreign country, without the need for a complex group of legal entities.

To read more, visit the following link:http://www.theglobalrecruiter.com/news/fmp-global-acquired-by-bond-international-software/5174

Ceridian announced Dayforce Recruiting- real-time SaaS based application, which includes payroll, workforce management, benefits and HR. This application provides recruiters and hiring managers with the intuitive means to identify staffing needs, create job requisitions, attract candidates, and hire best-fit job candidates.

To read more, visit the following link: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/award-winning-ceridian-dayforce-human-capital-management-extends-industrys-only-single-hcm-application-with-dayforce-recruiting-2014-05-21-917340?reflink=MW_news_stmp 

WORKTERRA, a provider of Human Capital Management software solutions, announced the addition of Intermedia (one-stop shop for cloud IT services and business applications) to its BenAdmin platform. WORKTERRA BenAdmin delivers an enhanced user experience, further engaging the employee in their benefits decisions. With the WORKTERRA BenAdmin platform, Intermedia has the ability to manage employee benefits information through one consolidated, SaaS delivered application designed to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Read more at:http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/1925615 

Logi-Serve, a provider of human capital management software, announced that it has been named as a "Cool Vendor" in the "Cool Vendors in Human Capital Management Software, 2014". Gartner identifies "Cool Vendors" each year in the field of Human Capital Management Software and is judged on these criteria: innovation, impact, and intrigue. This event showcases innovations in adaptive learning, talent assessments, operations and workforce intelligence, and digitized HR document management which influences HR and HR IT leaders to look beyond box.

Read more at: http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/1926971

The Info-Tech HRIS Vendor Landscape evaluates provider capabilities across the HCM - "recruitment-to-retire" spectrum. It includes HR, payroll, benefits administration, time & attendance and talent management. ADP, a global provider of Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions, was named as a champion quadrant in the 2014 HRIS Vendor Landscape. Companies named to the Champion quadrant are recognized for their product functionality, commitment to service and strategic vision.

To read more, visit the following link: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/adp-named-a-champion-in-info-tech-research-groups-2014-hris-vendor-landscape-report-2014-05-15?reflink=MW_news_stmp

NetSuite Inc., a provider of cloud-based financials / ERP software suites, announced the availability of NetSuite TribeHR Mobile for iOS. It's the first mobile human capital management software application built for employees and managers. This application meets fast-growing demand among organizations and the workforce at large for anywhere, anytime access to HR information which provides greater organizational engagement and increase productivity.

To read more, visit the following link: http://online.wsj.com/article/PR-CO-20140514-912958.html

The Human Capital Institute (HCI), institution for strategic talent management, announced details of the 2014 Employee Engagement Conference which will take place from July 23 to July 25 at the Westin Seattle. The conference will highlight areas necessary to achieve and improve employee engagement.  They are:

• Leadership Values and Brand Alignment

• Manager Accountability and Performance

• Employee Learning and Development

 To read more, visit the following link: http://www.marketwired.com/press-release/human-capital-institute-announces-details-of-2014-employee-engagement-conference-1910175.htm

Insperity Inc., a provider of human resources (HR) and business performance solutions, announced that its Insperity HCM SuiteApp has achieved 'Built for NetSuite' verification. 'Built for NetSuite' is a program for SDN (NetSuite SuiteCloud Developer Network) partners. The new SuiteApp is built using NetSuite's SuiteCloud Computing Platform and provides human capital management (HCM) software and services to help NetSuite customers automate and streamline human resources (HR) and payroll functions.

To read more, visit the following link: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/insperity-hcm-suiteapp-achieves-built-for-netsuite-verification-2014-05-14 

Mangrove Software, a cloud provider in enterprise Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions, announced their exhibition at the upcoming 2014 Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Annual Conference and Exposition, in Orlando, Florida from June 22-24, 2014. Mangrove Software will be showing its newest software version which includes:

• Enhanced employee engagement tools

• Social networking capabilities for recognition, ramification and accolades

• Mobile features for increased convenience

• Simplified employee maintenance

To read more, visit the following link:http://www.itbusinessnet.com/article/Mangrove-Software-to-Preview-Next-Version-of-HCM-Software-at-2014-SHRM-Annual-Conference-and-Exposition-3255725

easyJet, UK's largest and Europe's fourth largest airline, plans to enhance talent management practices, modernize reporting and analytics capabilities with the help of Workday Human Capital Management, a provider of enterprise cloud applications for human resources and finance. With Workday's unified application for human resources (HR) in the cloud, easyJet plans to enhance talent management practices and modernize reporting and analytics capabilities. In addition, since Workday analytics are built into the core of the application, easyJet will gain access to meaningful insights around key indicators such as cost, capacity, and capability of its workforce, helping to drive hiring and sourcing decisions throughout the organization.

To know more, visit the following link: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/easyjet-takes-off-with-workday-human-capital-management-2014-04-08

A recent research report by International Data Corporation, a global provider of market intelligence and advisory services, revealed that the US market for Human Capital Management (HCM) applications and payroll outsourcing services is expected to be worth $22.5 billion this year. Paylocity is the core product of Web Pay product, which recently included a multi-tenant software platform that can be customized to the organization's requirements to offer payroll and HR related services such as time tracking, benefits administration, and compensation services including tax and payroll management and talent management. Not only big organizations, smaller organizations are also realizing the benefits of a cloud-based HCM offering. 

To read more about Paylocity, visit the following link: http://seekingalpha.com/article/2138083-paylocity-addressing-the-growing-hcm-market

Most of the business leaders today accept that they are not dedicating quality time to enhance their workforce management strategy to improve the performance levels of their employees.  As a result, organizations' bottom line usually suffers. To overcome this difficulty, organizations need a solid talent management strategy which is a key to ensure a high-quality workforce. Most employees today seek more than just a performance reward. They want to feel valued as contributors to the organization and get opportunities to improve their skills to enhance their careers. For that organization needs a right workforce management strategy, which will help them to retain performing workers, reduce operating costs and improve the overall value of the organization.

To read more, visit the following link: http://themalaysianreserve.com/main/sectorial/talent-a-human-capital/5721-a-committed-talent-management-strategy-is-key-to-ensuring-a-high-quality-workforce-

Anaplan, a cloud-based company, announced that it has joined the Workday Solution Partner Program. Workday is a provider of enterprise cloud applications for human resources and finance. Anaplan will provide Workday Financial Management and Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) customers with enhanced modeling capabilities combined with budgeting and planning intelligence.

Read more at: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/anaplan-joins-workday-solution-partner-program-to-offer-customers-enhanced-budgeting-planning-and-modeling-capabilities-2014-05-12

Michael Kitces, a partner and the director of research for Pinnacle Advisory Group, conveys in his article that how we can compare human capital with stock and bond in life.

To read more, visit the following link: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/human-capital-stock-bond-life-110000357.html

ADP, a global provider of Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions, announced that it has been ranked 24th on The 2014 DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity list. The DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity list began in 2001 and also includes companies from a wide range of industries.  ADP also made the DiversityInc Top 10 Companies for Veterans.

To read more, visit the following link:http://www.marketwatch.com/story/adp-ranked-24-on-the-2014-diversityinc-top-50-companies-for-diversity-2014-04-23?reflink=MW_news_stmp

SyncHR, an innovator for cloud-based human resource, payroll and benefit management software, announced an upgraded version of their software- release 5.2. The latest release have an improved reporting and analytics platform. The company also launched a new corporate website to showcase their unique single database and single application technology.

To read more, visit the following link: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/human-capital-management-firm-synchr-announces-new-software-release-and-launch-of-new-website-256601391.html

Electronic Commerce, Inc. (ECI), a provider of web-based Human Capital Management (HCM) applications, upgraded their software,Empower Onboarding Solution. Onboarding software makes the process more user-friendly and efficient for the new hire and the HR manager. It decreases the time taken for a new employee to become a fully productive, well-adjusted team member and reduces the costs associated with manual and paper processes.

To read more, visit the following link: http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/1883047#ixzz30QwHqucB 

In an article by Anuradha Divakaran, ‎marketing executive at Harbinger Knowledge Products, we get some insights about how technology has radically transformed the way of human capital management. The inundation of technologies like cloud, mobile, social media, big data and analytics in various HR processes has streamlined and automated workforce acquisition and management. Analysis of crucial data on employee remuneration, performance, learning and development helps organizations to draw a connection between employee efforts and business success to enhance performance management.

To read more, visit the following link:http://blog.harbinger-systems.com/2014/05/technology-revolution-in-human-capital-management/

WORKTERRA (provider of Human Capital Management software solutions) partners with Premier Consulting Associates LLC, to deliver their clients best of online benefits enrollment and private exchange platforms. WORKTERRA BenAdmin and WORKTERRA Exchange has been designed to incorporate many benefits into a single mobile accessible application.

Read more about this aspect, visit the following link: http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/1894225