How to choose the right technology for your business

As technology becomes increasingly advanced, there is a growing need to consider how it can improve business outcomes while supporting workforce engagement, enhancing job quality and providing ‘good work’.

This guide offers advice for people professionals looking to invest in technology that benefits both their organisation and its people. It provides a framework for examining the critical stages of investment and outlines the critical considerations for embedding technology responsibly into the workplace. These include:

Understanding why you are investing in technology
Considering the impact on your people
Choosing the right solution
Addressing legal obligations and responsibilities
Rolling out, supporting and reviewing.

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