Over the last 15 years I have worked in the HR technology industry in a multitude of roles ranging from software development to management both in Australia and overseas. I specialise in the development and implementation of solutions to effectively manage people data, ranging from traditional HR/Payroll systems to comprehensive employee portals. I am an active member of the Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI) and current convener of their Victorian HRIS Special Interest Group. I have spoken and written on the impact of HR/workplace technologies on enterprises.
My activities have helped me understand the broader impact of technology in the workplace by enabling businesses to operate more efficiently, particularly in the areas of; return on investment, and how technology can influence strategic HR management practices. I regularly maintain a Blog at www.specht.com.au/michael
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There have been several posts over the last 48 hours in response to the new dot jobs domain on both sides of the argument. John Sumser from The Electronic Recruiting News provides a balanced view of the new domain and in the end determines that then new domain will not help job seekers. Gerry Crispin has a slightly different view on The CareerXroads, which is not surprising as Gerry was a advocate of the new domain from the beginning. Joel Cheesman provides a fantastic top 10 thoughts on the new domain as well... more