The Evolution of HR

Chris Dardis

December 31, 2014

In the last decade, the human resources industry has changed immensely, all the while battling a reputation as a cost center rather than a revenue generator. As we all get used to the changes (even those that are still to come), let’s discuss why HR needed the overhaul and what it looks like now.

Then…

HR did everything from employee relations to handbooks and benefits along with enforcing rules about how to perform within the company. (Hence the HR reputation)

Now…

HR is transitioning to a more business minded, proactive department that acts as the voice of the employees.

Instead of being considered a simple personnel department, HR is a business partner that affects both the bottom line and top line results.

To learn more about how HR is making this transition, read my full blog originally posted on St. Thomas’ Opus Magnum blog.

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Chris Dardis / About Author

Chris Dardis is Chief Experience Officer after 10 years of experience as President of Versique’s Interim Consulting division and more than 20 years of industry experience. Having both corporate leadership and agency recruiting experience, Chris has the unique ability to understand his client’s human capital needs and offer strategic consultative solutions.

Chris has more than 20 years of combined experience within corporate HR leadership positions and the executive search and consulting industry. This experience provides Chris with the unique ability to truly understand his clients’ human capital needs and offer strategic customized solutions. Chris’s HR network in the Twin Cities is second to none and provide value to his candidates and clients.

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