The Digital Workforce 2nd Edition: The five-step workforce method to maximise the value of people

by Jarrod McGrath

Overview

THIS BOOK IS A MUST-READ FOR EVERY SENIOR LEADER AND PROJECT OWNER FOR THE DIGITAL WORKFORCE JOURNEY IN HR, HCM OR WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT.

In the successful digital workforce, people - in partnership with algorithms - will be at the heart of every decision made over the next few years, which Jarrod addresses in this book.

Businesses around the world can use the real-world examples, anecdotes, stories, methods and powerful expert interviews to enable successful digital

transformation. And the insightful interviews led Jarrod to a compelling final chapter on the future, based on real-life evidence that he collected throughout the process. The interviews contain gold for all people and business leaders.

Importantly, this book also enables you to take responsibility for your own destiny in a modern world where many businesses are struggling to keep up with rapid change.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781922553171
Publisher:	Smart Wfm Pty. Ltd.
Publication date:	05/18/2021
Edition description:	2nd ed.
Pages:	234
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.49(d)

About the Author

Jarrod McGrath understands the importance of people in any business. From his time managing the services division for Kronos (now UKG), then as a partner for a global consulting firm (now Deloitte), and currently as Founder and CEO of global consultancy Smart WFM. Jarrod's inspiration to write this book was to provide the knowledge and learnings from his 20 years of delivering successful transformation programs and demonstrate the interrelatedness of WFM to HCM and HR. Jarrod is a regular media commentator and has been featured in The Mandarin, The Australian Financial Review, The Australian, HRM, CEO Magazine and more.

Editorial Reviews

'Remarkable people are at the heart of every organization. Magical things happen when people are inspired. The Digital Workforce shines a spotlight on how to fully embrace people by leveraging technology.'

Aron Ain, CEO of UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) and author of WorkInspired: How to Build an Organization Where Everyone Loves to Work

'Jarrod is always looking for what is next, what can I improve, how can I help organisations and leaders improve. This book really illustrates Jarrod's quest for knowledge coupled with making organisations thrive.'

Georgina Poulos, Global Director People T2 and Global Retail Operations at Unilever

'I have absolutely no doubt that Jarrod McGrath is one of the global leaders in the space of workforce management. His book The Digital Workforce is a vital read for leaders of any organisation, but particularly those coming to terms with having a digital workforce. Contemporary,

thought provoking and absolutely essential reading in every way.'

Andrew Griffiths, International bestselling Author, Global Speaker and Entrepreneurial Futurist

'I commend Jarrod on his journey to keep the workforce current with the demands mandated by digital transformation. Congratulations on

the second edition of the book with practical insights on how businesses can change their operating models in a human-centred way to

incorporate people, algorithms and the broader environment.'

Matt Michalewicz, CEO, Complexica

The Digital Workforce is a must-read for anyone in business who seeks to truly understand the inter-relatedness of workforce management, the rise of the digital workforce and the evolution of this important field.'

Cian McLoughlin, CEO and Founder at Trinity Perspectives

'At a time when industrial relations practices are being rewritten not only due to the digital transformation of workforces, but also due to the exposure of unacceptable behaviour such as wage theft and discrimination, Jarrod offers very timely insights and methodologies to ensure the workplace is a positive and profitable environment.'

Hannah Watterson, Director and Public Relations Doyen, Watterson Marketing Communications

'Jarrod makes it so obvious every business needs to focus on a digital workforce strategy to really succeed. For me, the real-world examples

make it real and useful.'

Kim Benito, General Manager, Client Services, NTT DATA Business Solutions Australia

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