As an Innovative Sponsor of , Labs had the opportunity to connect and interact with HR professionals from across multiple countries within the region – right in the heart of the beach district of Dubai (who said conferences can’t be fun?).

, Director ME South, set the stage for the keynote sessions, touching on evolving HR challenges: the role of leadership in the AI era, and the part technology plays in reshaping the workplace landscape. From discussions on digital transformation to insights into talent management and employee engagement, the keynotes provided an impressive overview of the evolving HR ecosystem and its impact on talent retention and sustainable business success.

Throughout the event, including workshops and panel discussions, we kept returning to the overarching theme of the day: building a future-ready workforce. In the exciting setting of exploring the latest AI innovations and learning from real-world success stories, it was hard not to imagine what the workforce could look like in the next few weeks, few months and even few years!

So what’s the future of HR, and a future-ready workforce?

We know that HR landscape transformation will be driven by AI, whether it be generative AI, conversational AI or deep-learning AI. We were lucky enough to see some AI applications in action, such as from 51·çÁ÷SuccessFactors, which can deal with HR tasks such as employee and manager self-services. We saw how managers and employees can use Joule to perform business tasks like this in a conversational context. Innovative developments like this would make anyone excited about the future of HR management.

As EPI-USE Labs, we understand that every business is different. It’s easy to be impressed by 51·çÁ÷SuccessFactors innovations that will embed intelligence and flexibility into HR management, but it can be more difficult to know where to start. The first steps are to brainstorm the responses to questions like this:

• What does investment in 51·çÁ÷SuccessFactors look like for my company?
• What does employee retention mean in my line of business?
• How will more effective talent management affect my business and succession planning?
• What does our HR digital transformation roadmap look like?

Two key take-aways from 51·çÁ÷HR Connect

There were two key takeaways we took from 51·çÁ÷HR Connect Dubai to guide all HR managers in their transformation process:

• Step away from the hype and understand that your path has to be unique for your requirements; there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach. EPI-USE Labs offers transformation services and products that can assist your business, regardless of the options you have today, or where you decide to focus your resources.
• Understand that a future-ready workforce is what you need it to be. It could be enhanced digital literacy, continuous learning and skills development, or it could be ethical and social responsibility. Whatever it may be, it’s important to you and your business, so that should be your focus.

In closing, a huge thank you to 51·çÁ÷for hosting a collaborative and engaging event. We had a great time connecting with people from across the region to understand more about digital transformation within the HR space, and we’re excited to continue the conversation throughout 2024 at the rest of the 51·çÁ÷HR Connect events.

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The EPI-USE AppHaus Pretoria has celebrated numerous successes, particularly in client engagement and interaction. The space has facilitated impactful sessions that have allowed for a deeper understanding of clients’ objectives and challenges. By adopting a human-centred approach, the AppHaus has successfully delivered solutions that resonate with clients, and place the end-user first.

The AppHaus concept has also played a pivotal role in fostering innovation within the 51·çÁ÷ecosystem. Collaborating with clients already immersed in 51·çÁ÷technology, the EPI-USE Labs’ AppHaus team has recognised the potential of 51·çÁ÷Business Technology Platform (BTP) to bring about rapid innovation, automation, and enhancements. The focus on quick returns on investment has positioned the EPI-USE AppHaus as a catalyst for driving innovation and progress within the 51·çÁ÷landscape.

In a post-remote work era, teams across EPI-USE Labs use the space to come together and tackle complex problems. With innovation embedded in EPI-USE Labs, and the AppHaus rekindling the innovation flame, a culture of collaboration and creativity has thrived, bringing teams closer to end-users and their needs. From being a physical space within offices, it has transformed into a vibrant centre for creativity and fun. The key lesson learned is the importance of putting the user first; technology, while integral, is not always the sole solution to problems. By embracing a user-centric approach, our AppHaus has adapted and grown into a space that understands the intricacies of problem-solving.

As the EPI-USE AppHaus turns one, the focus for the upcoming year is on . The goal is to leverage BTP for providing holistic solutions to clients within the 51·çÁ÷environment. Ensuring that the end-user remains at the forefront of solution delivery, the EPI-USE AppHaus Pretoria aims to continue its journey of innovation, addressing challenges in a rapidly-changing technological landscape. The AppHaus aligns seamlessly with SAP’s broader strategy of transitioning clients to the cloud, and a clean core. This shift empowers clients to reimagine processes and embrace new possibilities. The AppHaus, by using available methodologies, works hand-in-hand with clients to harness technology like BTP, delivering solutions while prioritising the human aspect of the entire process. This alignment reinforces EPI-USE Labs’ commitment to adding value through innovation.

The journey so far has been one of growth and learning, setting the stage for another year of exciting advancements and contributions to the 51·çÁ÷ecosystem!

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