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What Does UKG Do? 9 Questions for a Leading HR Software Company
We answer your questions about what UKG does, what UKG software is used for, and how partnering with UKG can make your workplace even better.
Life at UKG
Celebrating Black History Month at UKG: Reflections from Three U Krewers
Highlighting resilience, courage, and the profound impact of diversity within our vibrant workplace.
UKG Workforce Institute
Former BLS Commissioner Dr. William Beach Joins the UKG Workforce Institute
The UKG Workforce Institute is pleased to welcome our newest advisory board member: Dr. William Beach, labor economist and former Commissioner of Labor Statistics at the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Life-Work Trends
The Big Game Brings a Big Spike in Employees Sidestepping Work
An estimated 16.1 million U.S. employees plan to miss work the Monday after Super Bowl LVIII. Open communication can help prevent gaps in coverage, build trust, and create a great place to work.
HR
Leveraging HR Insights To Accelerate Business Success
Employee data provides a wealth of valuable business information. Learn how HR insights gathered throughout the employee journey can create strategies to help organizations thrive.
Payroll
What’s the Best Pay Cycle for Your 2024 Payroll Calendar?
Weigh the pros and cons of different pay cycles and find the one that works best for you and your people.
Life at UKG
How Three U Krewers in India Found Career Growth with UKG
U Krewers share their experiences with UKG’s continuous learning opportunities, innovation-driven programs and supportive environment for professional growth.
HR
The 4 Benefits of AI for HR with Lean Teams
AI can make day-to-day work for HR more efficient and impactful than ever. Here are 4 top benefits of AI for HR.
UKG Workforce Institute
Enhancing the Employer-Employee Relationship: UKG Workforce Institute Weigh-In
This quarter, the UKG Workforce Institute Weigh-In is all about the HR Megatrends for 2024. Over the next three months, our advisory board members will provide actionable insights for navigating three of the biggest trends impacting the workforce this year.
Life-Work Trends
Three Ways UKG Is Reimagining Inclusion Through Belonging, Equity, and Impact
UKG releases a one-of-a-kind interactive, digital experience that brings social impact stories and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging to life for employees, partners, and communities.
Talent
How Generative AI in Recruiting Will Revolutionize Talent Acquisition in 2024
You've heard about GenAI in the news, but do you know how it will revolutionize talent acquisition? See examples of how you can use GenAI in recruiting as a tool to find and hire candidates faster.
Employee Experience
Changing the World, One Workplace at a Time
Changing the World, One Workplace at a Time
UKG is all in on a clear mission: Inspire every organization to become a great place to work through technology built for all.
UKG Workforce Institute
3 Can’t-Miss Sessions at the UKG HR & Payroll eSymposium
Feeling stuck in the same-old conversations at work? If you’re in HR, then the answer’s likely yes.If you’re ready for a different conversation, well, that’s where the UKG HR & Payroll eSymposium comes in. The winter 2024 eSymposium is next week, on January 17. This time around, the theme is “Change the Conversation,” and it’s (finally) time to do just that.
UKG Workforce Institute
These Are the Top Three HR Megatrends for 2024
It’s a new year, which means it’s time to share the top three HR Megatrends that will shape the world of work for millions of employees and organizations across industries.
Why Employer Branding Matters More Than Ever in 2024
Strong employer branding leads to benefits like higher revenue and lower turnover. Learn five strategies to ensure your employee brand and organization’s brand work together.
Life at UKG
Cracking the Code: Career Advice for Working in Tech
Three software engineers share what it’s like to work in tech.
UKG Workforce Institute
What HR Can’t Stop Talking About: UKG Workforce Institute Weigh-In
The UKG Workforce Institute Weigh-In for December 2023: To complement last month’s question about what HR doesn’t talk about enough, what’s a topic HR can’t stop talking about?
Employee Experience
How to Conduct a Stay Interview to Retain Your Top Employees
Stay interviews help you retain top talent, improve organizational agility, and build a better workplace. Here’s your playbook for conducting a stay interview.
Payroll
3 Pay Transparency Laws You Must Know for 2024
Pay transparency isn’t new, but states, employers, and employees are all paying more attention. Here are three pay transparency laws to know for 2024.
