Transforming Higher Ed with Digital HR

Hosts: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Amanda Duval-Norwood, CHRO, Harper College

Summary

In this episode of the HR Happy Hour show, hosts Steve Boese and Trish Steed met with Amanda Duval-Norwood, the CHRO of Harper College, at Oracle AI World. They discuss the vibrant atmosphere of the conference, the operationalization of AI in business, and Amanda's journey in HR. She shares insights about Harper College, its community-focused approach, and the implementation of Oracle's HCM and ERP systems. The conversation highlights the importance of digital transformation in HR, the challenges of shared governance in higher education, and the exciting potential of AI in enhancing employee experiences.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Oracle AI World

02:57 Harper College Overview

07:48 Implementing Oracle Solutions

12:07 Optimizing HR Processes with Technology

17:31 Digital Transformation in HR

21:48 The Evolution of HR Technology

25:05 Embracing AI in HR Practices

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