Last week, I had the opportunity to attend UKG Analyst Day, where we heard directly from the UKG leadership team about their vision, roadmap, and continued investment in creating technology that serves both employers and employees. The event underscored how UKG is evolving — not just as a technology provider, but as a long-term workforce […]| Aptitude Research
The first time I heard about Paradox was in 2016, when Gerry Crispin called me and said, “You need to connect with Aaron Matos. He just built something that is going to change TA, called Olivia.” At that time, conversational AI was not a category of TA Tech. It was not something anyone had seen […]| Aptitude Research
Over the past few years, the conversation around the candidate experience has shifted dramatically. What was once considered a “nice to have” is now a strategic imperative with clear ties to employer brand, hiring outcomes, and even business performance. Candidates expect seamless, intuitive, and personalized experiences — expectations shaped not by legacy HR technology but […]| Aptitude Research
SAP‘s announcement to acquire SmartRecruiters is not simply another example of market consolidation. It’s a signal that the future of talent acquisition lies in intelligence, not infrastructure—and that agentic, AI-driven hiring is no longer aspirational. This is not about plugging a product gap in SuccessFactors. It’s a strategic repositioning in response to how enterprise buyers […]| Aptitude Research
Career sites are undergoing a fundamental transformation — and it’s not happening quietly. Once considered a “check the box” or branding touchpoint, the career site is now a strategic priority with growing urgency and even C-suite visibility. For many organizations, especially those competing for high-volume and high-skill talent, the career site is now seen as […]| Aptitude Research
During the pandemic, HR and TA leaders were given unprecedented budgets to support remote hiring, DEI initiatives, and workforce agility. For many companies, HR tech spending exploded—fast decisions were made, and vendors were brought on without a clear long-term strategy. Fast forward to 2025: sales cycles are slower, CFOs are tightening wallets, and TA leaders […]| Aptitude Research
This year’s IAMPHENOM conference in Philadelphia felt much larger than in past years- not just in attendees but in content and product announcements as well. With 2,500 attendees, over 90 sessions, and more than 100 customer speakers from organizations like Mastercard, Pepsi, and SSM Health, the event highlighted the growing interest in AI-driven innovation. The […]| Aptitude Research