
The world of work is changing constantly—diverse and continually developing. Organisations today face new challenges as they expand and operate across the globe. Human resources leaders are at the forefront of this change, addressing rapid shifts that demand a complete rethinking of traditional HR strategies.
In the past year alone, 79% of HR professionals have adjusted or changed their HR strategies significantly. This statistic underscores a key reality: adjusting to change isn't just important—it's essential for survival and success in the modern business landscape.
This report, commissioned by HubbubHR, examines how HR is adapting to the current business environment. Through detailed interviews with 23 HR leaders from various organisations—including multinational corporations, non-profits and educational institutions—we present actual experiences and new approaches influencing HR practices.
Our survey identifies
important factors influencing current HR practices:
Prevalence of remote work

Challenges in multi-jurisdictional management

Shift in employee expectations

Necessity for flexible HR technology

Our survey identifies important factors influencing current HR practices:
Prevalence of remote work

Challenges in multi-jurisdictional management

Shift in employee expectations

Necessity for flexible HR technology

This report dives into these pressing questions. It brings together insights from 20 HR leaders who are at the forefront of adapting to this new world of work. Their experiences and strategies offer a roadmap for those of us grappling with these challenges.
At HubbubHR, we believe that winning in this context isn't about having the best static platform or methodology. It's about adaptation. It's about having solutions that evolve as your needs change, empowering you to thrive in a competitive, unpredictable environment.

by
Jacinta Hennessey
Chief Strategy Officer
(Co-founder)
Are you feeling the constant tremors of change in the world of HR? You're not alone. As HR leaders, we're facing a wild, diverse, and ever-shifting landscape that demands a complete rethink of our strategies.
The traditional, static approach to HR has crumbled. It's been replaced by a dynamic, adaptive model where change is the only constant. Workforces are increasingly dispersed, operating across multiple jurisdictions, each with its own rules and customs. Employee expectations are evolving at breakneck speed, with flexibility and adaptability now non-negotiable. At the same time, there's mounting pressure to demonstrate ROI and drive strategic value in this complex environment.
How can we, as HR leaders, effectively navigate this new reality? What strategies and technologies can we employ to manage diverse, global teams while respecting local nuances? How can we leverage data and analytics to make smarter people decisions? And perhaps most crucially, how can we ensure our HR systems are flexible enough to evolve with our ever-changing needs?

and
Daniel Mayer
Chief Customer Advocate
(Co-founder)

We're confident that their experiences will resonate with our growing community of HR leaders, offering both validation and fresh ideas. Whether you're dealing with teams spread across the globe, trying to make sense of your people data, or looking for ways to make your HR tech more flexible, you'll find valuable insights here.
