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
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
Last month, HireEZ marked a major milestone in its ten-year journey by announcing the launch of its newest innovation: the EZ Agent, powered by Agentic AI. This announcement not only reflects the company’s consistent evolution with market needs but reinforces its unwavering focus on the recruiter — a mission that has defined HireEZ from the […]| Aptitude Research
What a difference a year makes. One year ago, many HR and business leaders were cautiously curious about AI. This year at Eightfold Cultivate, the shift was unmistakable:The room was full of C-level executives, global HR leaders, and talent strategists—and the question is no longer if AI will be adopted, but how fast and how […]| Aptitude Research
Today, Paradox announced the acquisition of Eqtble, a people analytics provider. With this move, Paradox is proving that it is far more than just a talent acquisition solution—it is a company with a bold vision for AI-driven workforce intelligence. We’ve been studying the rapid growth of people analytics and the increasing demand for accessible, real-time […]| Aptitude Research
It has been an interesting year in HRTech. At Aptitude, we do a lot of research and speaking but we spend a lot of time on advisory with corporate clients as well. We have seen some things work for vendors…and others that do not. The HR technology market is more crowded than ever, and 2025 […]| Aptitude Research
Toya Del Valle joins Transformation Realness to discuss how skills can unlock workforce agility — and why HR tech is only part of the solution.| Aptitude Research
On this episode of Transformation Realness, Keith Sonderling unpacks how HR leaders can balance AI innovation with fairness, transparency and compliance.| Aptitude Research
Employ’s leaders join Transformation Realness to talk uniting Jobvite, Lever & JazzHR, empowering recruiters and flipping the script on HR tech. Don’t miss it!| Aptitude Research
Satish Kumar of Glider.ai reveals how smarter assessments tackle fraud, unlock potential and take your hiring process to the next level.| Aptitude Research
One of the most popular topics at this year’s HR Tech Conference was Interview Intelligence. It came up during the Pitchfest, the TA Tech Expert panel, and was highlighted by Splunk as one of the most impactful areas of TA today. But, despite the buzz around this growing category, interviews are often neglected in favor […]| Aptitude Research
As we close out conference season, several key themes emerged around the HR technology landscape—mostly the growing influence of AI. Companies and vendors are struggling with what “AI” really means, especially as it shifts from an emerging technology to an essential part of HR transformation. Some companies are eagerly embracing AI, while others are cautiously […]| Aptitude Research
Chipotle’s recent adoption of Paradox’s AI-powered hiring platform is more than an HRTech investment—it’s a strategic shift in how the quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector approaches hiring, employee engagement, and business growth. As companies like Chipotle evolve with smarter recruitment technology, they’re setting a new standard for efficiency and impact in high-volume hiring. Here are some […]| Aptitude Research
Last month, HiredScore and Workday announced an acquisition that could redefine the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and human resources (HR) technology. This combination brings together two powerhouses in the HR tech space, merging HiredScore’s cutting-edge AI solutions with Workday’s extensive industry-leading HR and Financial software ecosystem. To understand the motivations behind this deal and […]| Aptitude Research
Our in-depth research, independent vendor assessments and consulting services help HR departments develop a deep understanding of the HCM technology landscape so they can effectively navigate today’s complex work environments.| Aptitude Research
In an era where the pace of technological change accelerates by the minute, staying ahead isn’t just an option; it’s a necessity. I’ve been on the road quite a bit this spring and the market is abuzz with the rate of innovation we’re experiencing. For analysts like me and Madeline, it’s an exciting time! One […]| Aptitude Research
On this episode of Transformation Realness, people leaders Natalie Egan and Steven Huang discuss how much of ourselves we can — or should — bring to work.| Aptitude Research
Today, Phenom announced the acquisition of Tydy, a global preboarding and onboarding provider. Tydy connects tools, processes and people to generate workflows that are personalized for each user. This announcement is Phenom’s fifth acquisition to date – rounding out its TA platform and expanding further into employee experience technology. Kyle and I had the opportunity […]| Aptitude Research
I have been focused on the people analytics space for the past few months. We conducted a big survey, took lots of briefings, and interviewed companies doing it right. It was full of surprises. We found that 93% of companies are increasing their investment or continuing to invest the same in people analytics this year […]| Aptitude Research
HireEZ launches CRM for Recruiters| Aptitude Research
Our in-depth research, independent vendor assessments and consulting services help HR departments develop a deep understanding of the HCM technology landscape so they can effectively navigate today’s complex work environments.| Aptitude Research
We’re thrilled to announce the release of our newest research report on learning cultures! This collaborative effort brought together the expertise of our team, including the brilliant Laurie Ruettimann, and our amazing partner, Learnerbly. One of the key highlights of this report is the introduction of a comprehensive maturity model—a tool designed to assist companies […]| Aptitude Research
