In a world increasingly driven by technology, HR success hinges not on the right technology, but the right digital transformation strategy. Everywhere you look there are still failing HR technology projects impacted the productivity and efficiency of the HR function.

Josh Bersin Co. says “42% of HR Technology projects fail” while Gartner HR Investments 2024 states “26% of projects create no operational savings for HR”.

AI is an important part of your digital transformation, but it’s not the only part.  The core technology requirement is still there and, indeed, today’s AI is most powerful when working with well-structured, consistent and integrated data, which many HR teams are still lacking.

So, how do HR leaders drive increasing success and adoption in their digital transformations?

The HR Tech Imperative: A necessity, not a luxury

CHRO top strategic priorities for 2025
Credit: Gartner

Gartner’s Leadership Vision for 2025 underscores the importance of technology as the second highest priority of 2025.  It emphasises how HR professionals must take on a growth mindset and an understanding of how they can use technology to increase their productivity.  And with HR having to do more with less and in many ways lagging the tech adoption in other functions, now is the time to act.

Technology is now capable of augmenting the HR function and operations in ways never seen before including:

The Pitfalls of Poor Technology Choices

While technology is essential for HR success, poorly chosen or implemented technology teamed with a weak training and adoption plan can hinder rather than help.

This often leads to numerous problems:

How to Get it Right: A Roadmap for HR Technology Success

To avoid these pitfalls, consider the following tips for success:

Turning Technology into a Triumph

By taking a strategic and user-centric approach to HR technology, you can empower your HR team. The product mindset is a great place to start and will help you overcome many of the challenges by driving more focus on user needs and creating value quickly.

In the tech-driven landscape of 2025, HR success relies on embracing and effectively leveraging the right technology. By making smart choices and prioritising user adoption, you can transform your HR team into a true powerhouse of organisational growth and effectiveness.

I’d love to hear your stories of HR tech successes and failures in the comments.

Whether you are just starting your transformation journey or well-developed, the team at Maxam Digital are always happy to provide our independent, expert support.

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