The Ultimate Guide to Human Capital Management
A curated Australian edition of IndustrialDay 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.
Australian Human Capital Management News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Humanforce named major contender in two Everest tests
The dual Everest Group recognition strengthens Humanforce's push to sell a broader HCM suite to frontline employers in regulated sectors.
HeadFirst Global rebrands as Vertage in AUD $16bn push
Customers will keep existing contracts unchanged until 2027 as the new Vertage name rolls out across 11 workforce businesses.
Australian care groups adopt TechnologyOne's Plus AI
The uptake signals growing demand for AI that works inside regulated systems, giving care workers faster access to data without extra reporting tools.
Aon launches Activate employee platform in Australia
Only a quarter of Australian employers offer customised benefits, leaving many staff struggling to see the value of their pay packages.
Australia hiring gap leaves roles unfilled, revenue hit
Most Australian businesses are losing revenue as vacancies linger for 5.8 months on average, a survey has found.
TCL named among TIME's world's best companies for 2026
The ranking may bolster TCL's efforts to attract talent as investors and staff increasingly scrutinise pay, growth and ESG reporting.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Human Capital Management
Humanforce named major contender in two Everest tests
Dayforce named leader in Gartner workforce management
Remote makes its AI training course free to workers
Gartner sees finance talent shift towards digital skills
Gartner says 40% of governments will create TrustOps
Featured News
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.
Future of enterprise software is agentic apps, says Oracle
Oracle is targeting a common blocker to AI adoption by adding governance, human checks and audit trails to its agentic app builder.
Don't lose the human connection in AI-supported recruitment
Human judgement is becoming more valuable as AI screens CVs, with candidates wary of being reduced to data points and overlooked for potential.
Expert Columns
How AI is changing business planning
Are Australian organisations adopting AI faster than they are building workforce capability?
Smart travel, strong ROI: How to build a profitable business travel culture
AI visibility becoming the new boardroom blind spot
Why payroll errors are becoming a board-level issue in manufacturing
Why internal mobility is APAC'S broken growth engine
The workforce cost most APAC organisations are failing to measure
Beyond quotas: fixing the real problem behind gender imbalance in technology and engineering
Streamlining the onboarding process amidst high manufacturing turnover
High stakes AI decisions are being made too quickly and without enough challenge or diverse input
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
AI will fade, says Dell Technologies' ephemeral Chief AI Officer
Future of enterprise software is agentic apps, says Oracle
Don't lose the human connection in AI-supported recruitment
How the 'human hour' mentality influences the future of tech
Workday GO offers growth potential for mid-sized enterprises
Recent Human Capital Management News
Vection Technologies posts record FY26 profit on AI growth
The shift to enterprise AI has lifted Vection to its first full-year operating cash flow and a stronger pipeline worth more than AUD $10.6 million.
HR leaders grapple with AI ethics & performance reviews
Rising executive pressure is pushing HR teams to use AI, even as most leaders still worry about ethics, governance and failed software buys.
Velric launches AI hiring platform with candidate scores
Employers can now verify applicants' ability through monitored work simulations, as AI-generated tasks aim to curb résumé inflation and hiring fraud.
BrightHR warns AI workplace policies risk legal gaps
Small employers risk Fair Work disputes if AI-written policies omit key protections, BrightHR said, urging legal review before use.
New York tops ECA's ranking of costliest expat cities
London's place on the list slipped as currency moves and housing costs reshaped expat budgets across 208 cities worldwide.
OpenSesame adds multi-topic AI search for training
Learning and development teams can now cut complex catalogue searches to minutes as OpenSesame expands its AI assistant across multiple topics.
Apprentice Edie Thurtell to represent Australia at Worlds
Australia's car-repair skills gap may get fresh attention as a 21-year-old apprentice heads to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 after winning gold.
Secure Code Warrior launches Citizen AI training programme
With most firms using AI in daily work but few staff ready for it, the programme targets non-developers handling sensitive data and automations.
Covee launches AI platform after USD $750,000 raise
Smaller insurance brokers could win larger corporate accounts as the platform cuts renewal work from more than 30 hours to under two.
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Datacom teams with Rimini Street in ANZ support deal
Customers across Australia and New Zealand can now cut Oracle and SAP support bills as Datacom resells Rimini Street services.
Australian firms lose customers to skilled role gaps
Customer service and revenue are taking a hit as Australian employers struggle to fill critical roles, a survey finds.
Australia lags US on trust in AI systems, Fujitsu finds
Poor data quality is undermining Australian firms' ability to trust AI, with 70% of leaders saying they lack full confidence in systems used internally.
Uniper cuts hiring delays with AI recruitment agent
The energy group has trimmed hiring bottlenecks, cutting candidate sign-off time by 27 days and speeding screening by 13 days with AI.
ADP expands AWS tie-up to boost AI in HR & payroll
The payroll group will move core systems to AWS, aiming to speed AI features and reduce manual work across HR and tax platforms.
Bizcap ranks fifth among Australia's best workplaces
Employee feedback has lifted Bizcap into a small group of nationally recognised employers, with a fifth-place finish in the medium business category.
Hiring delays cost Australian firms customers: report
Labour shortages are leaving Australian companies unable to fill critical roles, with one in three reporting poorer service and 32% losing customers.
Australian firms lose time to repetitive admin work
Businesses risk wasting money on AI unless they first tackle the repetitive admin that is draining skilled staff time across departments.
Salesforce backs HiBob in AI-driven workforce data push
The investment gives HiBob fresh backing to turn HR records into AI-ready business context as employers automate more day-to-day work.
Leo HR launches AI assistant for workplace issues
Smaller employers may get faster guidance on grievances and performance issues, as Leo HR adds an AI assistant to its workplace software.
One job ad, 1000 applicants: How do you stand out in a world of AI job hunters?
Recruiters are resorting to AI filters as polished applications flood vacancies, with some roles attracting more than 1000 candidates.
Job Moves
Banking Circle appoints Cracknell as Chief Executive Officer
eG Innovations appoints Jon Hatchuel to lead Australia
Tech Council of Australia appoints new Chief Executive
Discovery Consulting appoints SAP leader for NSW push
Aon names James Harmer Head of Global & Corporate in Australia
Prophet appoints Bec Geyer as Head of Talent & People
Kinetic IT appoints Murray Thompson to lead advisory strategy
Cartelux appoints Kae Hum & Carla McAloon in strategic roles
FYI has appointed a new Chief Operating Officer
