The Ultimate Guide to Human Capital Management
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Human Capital Management (HCM).
What to know about Human Capital Management
Human Capital Management (HCM) is a vital discipline focusing on the strategic management of an organization's workforce. It encompasses various functions including recruitment, payroll, talent development, employee engagement, and compliance. In today's fast-evolving business landscape, technology plays an increasingly central role in transforming HCM practices to improve efficiency and employee experience.
Recent stories in this field highlight how cloud-based HCM platforms, artificial intelligence, and automation redefine the HR function from traditional administrative tasks to strategic enablers of business success. Solutions like Workday, Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM, SAP SuccessFactors, and emerging AI tools are helping organizations streamline HR operations, enhance workforce analytics, and personalize employee experiences. Additionally, partnerships and innovations in workforce management platforms are enabling companies to effectively adapt to workforce challenges such as talent shortages, regulatory complexities, and hybrid working models.
By exploring the latest trends, case studies, and expert insights on Human Capital Management, readers can learn how modern HCM systems leverage technology to optimize workforce productivity, promote diversity and inclusion, and support organizational growth. Whether you are a business leader, HR professional, or technology enthusiast, this collection of stories offers valuable perspectives on enhancing the human side of business through innovative human capital solutions.
UK Human Capital Management News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
MKSK launches AI Fast Formula tool for Oracle Cloud HCM
HR teams could cut Oracle HCM formula development from days to hours as MKSK's new tool turns plain English into validated code.
Planday brings rota management to ChatGPT & Claude
Managers can now adjust shift staffing inside ChatGPT and Claude, with Planday saying the connectors keep existing access controls in place.
Perkbox appoints Shahid Naveed as Chief Product Officer
The move puts AI at the centre of Perkbox's efforts to help employers prove value from benefits and boost employee uptake.
MKSK relaunches Oracle HCM scheduling tool as ScheduleX
Payroll and HR teams may cut rota-to-payroll processing by up to 90 per cent as the Oracle Cloud HCM tool moves into the X Cloud Platform.
UK firms spend more on AI tools than workforce training
Many UK employers risk poor returns from AI because staff are being given tools faster than they are trained to use them.
Unit4 buys Napta to boost professional services tools
The deal deepens Unit4's push into professional services software by adding skills-based resource planning tools used across 70 countries.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Human Capital Management
Oracle launches Fusion Claw for autonomous business tasks
Security Journey launches AI training for wider workforce
Dayforce named leader in Gartner workforce management
Remote makes its AI training course free to workers
Netchex launches AI HR teammates for deskless workers
Featured News
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DocuWare prepared for launch of new interface, IDP, AI tool
Existing customers will get the redesigned platform free as DocuWare readies AI-driven document search and extraction tools for autumn.
AI will fade, says Dell Technologies' ephemeral Chief AI Officer
Dell says agentic AI should shift routine tasks below the machine line, freeing staff for expert work while making the role temporary.
Expert Columns
Cyber security now starts at the job interview
The Next Evolution of Data Centres Isn't Technology. It's People
The five year wall
The true cost of an empty executive seat in fintech
Why the freelance economy might be the smartest tool a tech founder never considers
AI job rush exposes firms that don't understand their workforce
Why workplace AI is creating a quiet legal risk most businesses haven't caught up with yet
Turning practical AI use cases into measurable impact
Kernel in the crosshairs: The BlackSanta threat campaign targeting recruitment workflows
AI is forcing leaders to rethink how teams work
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
DocuWare prepared for launch of new interface, IDP, AI tool
AI will fade, says Dell Technologies' ephemeral Chief AI Officer
How the 'human hour' mentality influences the future of tech
Atturra's Chris Rae: Choose the happy path (or, why 'perfect' automation fails)
Scale By Avec says strategic hiring is the key in the age of AI
Recent Human Capital Management News
Hyland launches Teams integration for governed content
It aims to cut the risk of files spreading across chats and channels by keeping regulated documents under existing governance controls in Teams.
saas.group acquires 3D AI Studio in 27th acquisition
The deal gives saas.group a foothold in AI-native creative tools, adding a browser-based 3D platform used by 1.9 million creators worldwide.
Dayforce launches agentic HCM platform with native AI
Customers can now automate more HR tasks as Dayforce adds native AI tools designed to govern approvals, security and auditability across its platform.
Oracle launches Claw-powered supply chain agentic apps
The tools aim to help supply chain teams cut waste, balance scarce capacity and speed approved decisions across planning, logistics and procurement.
Oracle unveils 25 agentic AI apps across Fusion Cloud
The update lets finance, HR and supply chain teams delegate more complex tasks to AI agents while keeping approvals and controls in place.
SHL survey finds AI-replaced workers are being rehired
The findings suggest firms risk losing talent twice, as many workers want pay rises or job security before returning after AI-driven redundancies.
UK workers lead Europe in covert AI use at work
The gap between workplace AI use and employer oversight is widening, with a Personio survey finding 26% of UK staff use it without permission.
Oracle launches Claw-powered Fusion apps for CX teams
Oracle has added governed AI tools to Fusion Cloud Applications, aiming to help sales and service teams execute more complex tasks with less manual effort.
Oracle launches Claw-powered HR apps for Fusion Cloud
The move ties AI more tightly to HR workflows, with Oracle aiming to automate staffing, hiring and pay tasks under human oversight.
Dayforce deepens alliance with Deloitte on payroll tools
The tie-up will add shared go-to-market work and new payroll controls software as employers seek lower-risk HR system upgrades.
Managers face heavier workloads as AI adds pressure
More than 80% of HR and business leaders say managers have taken on extra duties over three years, with AI adding to the strain.
Firstwork raises USD $15 million to expand AI onboarding
The new funding will help the New York company expand its AI tools as employers struggle to keep frontline hires through onboarding and compliance.
Dayforce launches Build & Marketplace for HCM apps
Customers will be able to tailor workforce software without coding as Dayforce aims to reduce reliance on separate tools and slower custom builds.
Dayforce launches Build & Marketplace for HR software
Customers will be able to add custom apps and bots to Dayforce's HR platform in 2027, reducing reliance on separate software.
Remote unveils new brand identity as payroll grows 300%
Payroll demand is surging for the global platform, which said its business is up 300% year on year as it repositions its brand.
Most firms hide AI work in roles, Oyster report finds
Most firms are failing to update pay and titles as AI duties spread, leaving work reshaped by automation but formally unacknowledged.
Oracle launches agentic AI tools & Deep Trust architecture
Businesses using Oracle Fusion software will get new AI tools that can act on approved tasks, while a trust framework aims to curb data and security risks.
Oracle: Fusion agents stop recommending and start doing
Oracle used its AI World keynote to show Fusion agents that act rather than advise, with Spectrum's AskHR and Burger King Italia as proof points.
Dayforce to buy Ribbon AI for recruiting technology
The deal expands Dayforce's hiring software as employers seek faster screening tools to manage large applicant volumes without adding headcount.
Compensation leaders miss impact of above-market pay
Many employers cannot link above-market pay to performance, with 58% assessing fewer than half of significant premiums against business outcomes.
Job Moves
Perkbox appoints Shahid Naveed as Chief Product Officer
de Novo appoints Lynette Slater as Chief Executive
Livingston James appoints Steven Davis as director
HackerOne names Naveen Bhateja as Chief People Officer
eCapital UK appoints Camilla Woodrow as Head of HR
One.site appoints Mitchell Smith as Managing Director
eCapital UK names Mike Harrison South Regional Chief
IRIS names first Chief Data & AI Officer Surya Sagi
Multiverse opens Edinburgh hub with ex-Amazon AI chief
