Artificial Intelligence for HR - 2nd Edition by Ben Eubanks (Paperback)

About the Book

Confidently understand and use AI to recruit and develop a successful workforce to thrive in the future world of work with the second edition of this practical guide.

Book Synopsis

Artificial intelligence is changing the world of work. How can HR professionals understand the variety of opportunities AI has created for the HR function and how best to implement these in their organization? This book provides the answers.

From using natural language processing to ensure job adverts are free from bias and gendered language to implementing chatbots to enhance the employee experience, artificial intelligence can add value throughout the work of HR professionals. Artificial Intelligence for HR demonstrates how to leverage this potential and use AI to improve efficiency and develop a talented and productive workforce. Outlining the current technology landscape as well as the latest AI developments, this book ensures that HR professionals fully understand what AI is and what it means for HR in practice.

Alongside coverage of employee engagement and recruitment, this second edition features new material on applications of AI for virtual work, reskilling and data integrity. Packed with practical advice, research and new and updated case studies from global organizations including Uber, IBM and Unilever, the second edition of Artificial Intelligence for HR will equip HR professionals with the knowledge they need to improve people operational efficiencies, and allow AI solutions to become enhancements for driving business success.

Review Quotes

"Ben does an excellent job helping HR leaders who have historically been trained with deep departmental expertise apply new AI technologies to their domains. More importantly, he helps them transition to strategically addressing the workforce with consumer experiences which earn their loyalty, net promotion, retention, and engagement the same as we experience in our personal lives."-- "Randy Womack, CEO, Socrates.ai"

"Ben Eubanks' Artificial Intelligence for HR is a must-read for those involved with human resources. Ben's dedication and passion for HR promotes instrumental success for organizations and leaders alike. This book offers insights into the ever-changing HR environment and navigation through new AI technology while still promoting the evolutionary development of human resource professionals."-- "Jamie McCall, Director, Talent Acquisition at The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine"

"I found Ben's book to be a very useful distillation of a complex and increasingly important area of HR capability and investment. My students, future HR leaders, gained tremendous insight into AI for HR and the facilitating role it will soon play in the best organizations for people. Artificial Intelligence for HR demystifies a complex topic and contextualizes what some regard as just the latest HR fad. It is a well-organized and well-written book worth reading by HR leaders, educators and students. Despite the title, it's really all about people!"-- "John Haggerty, Ph.D. Senior Lecturer, HR Studies at Cornell University"

"The HR landscape has changed dramatically over the last three years. As the "War for Talent" continues to escalate, the value of the business minded, technologically aware HR professional has increased. What's needed are HR professionals who view AI and other technology as an augmentation to HR, giving them the ability to be business consultants versus the more common, reactive HR. Ben's book explores how HR professionals are using new technology to transform their businesses and the industry as a whole. If you are in search of a data-packed, transformational book, I'd encourage you to take the time to dive deep, take notes, and transform your own business with what you learn."-- "Trent Cotton, VP Talent Acquisition and Retention at Bureau Veritas and Author of Sprint Recruiting"

"Today's HR leaders must understand technology to thrive in the modern business environment and AI is one of the most transformational technologies of our age. This is often an intimidating reality for HR professionals since many signed up not realizing digital acumen was a top skill for career success. Fortunately, Ben has translated his wealth of experience and expertise into an easy-to-follow handbook. He simplifies the complexity of AI and highlights pragmatic opportunities for every HR function. It's a must-read for any HR professional looking to thrive in today's disruptive environment."-- "Christopher Lind, Chief Learning Officer at ChenMed and Founder, Learning Sharks"

About the Author

Ben Eubanks is an HR industry analyst and influencer. He is the Principal Analyst at Lighthouse Research & Advisory where he oversees the development of research, assets and insights to support HR, learning and talent executives. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, he is also the founder of HR community upstartHR, the co-founder of the HRevolution movement and host of the We're Human podcast.