Competency Frameworks, AI-Driven Work: The Week in Talent

Competency frameworks are proving essential for HR strategies, aiding in recruitment, leadership development, and talent retention. As organizations embrace AI and digital transformation, HR leaders are redesigning work while prioritizing workforce engagement. Meanwhile, BBVA Mexico and SEP renew their partnership to support top students through scholarships, while Santander uses gamification as a powerful tool to enhance financial literacy for rural Mexican women. Lastly, Randstad highlights how value alignment is a key driver of employee retention in today’s workforce.

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Value Alignment Drives Employee Retention: Randstad

In our latest interview with Andres Sanchez, CEO, Randstad México, we delve into the evolution of talent demand and its impact on recruitment strategies in Mexico. Key takeaways include talent demand trends and employee preferences. Read the full interview on Mexico Business News.

Competency Frameworks Essential for Strengthening HR Strategies

As businesses adapt to a shifting talent landscape, HR leaders are increasingly turning to structured frameworks to enhance recruitment, employee development, and leadership effectiveness. McLean & Company’s latest research, Develop Core and Leadership Competencies, emphasizes the importance of competency frameworks in talent management, providing organizations with a strategic approach to align their workforce with business goals.

Redesigning Work for the AI Era

A new report by Mercer shows that 96% of companies are planning some form of HR functional redesign this year. The report adds that employee experience remains a top focus for HR leaders. This has led to a trend of redesigning HR with a focus on digital transformation and consequent training, reflecting commitment to employee growth.

SEP, BBVA Mexico Renew Partnership to Support Top Students

SEP and BBVA Mexico are renewing a cooperation agreement to assist high-achieving students in accessing middle-school education. The agreement, signed by Mario Delgado, Minister of Public Education, and Eduardo Osuna, Director General, BBVA Mexico, extends the partnership for six more years. The initiative is part of the Children’s Knowledge Olympics program, and benefits students from urban, rural, and Indigenous schools, both public and private.

Gamification Boosts Financial Literacy for Rural Mexican Women

Tuiio, a microfinance initiative by Santander, is applying gamification to financial education in rural Mexico. Through virtual simulations, Tuiio is helping women in underserved communities gain a better understanding of financial management, paving the way for greater economic independence and improved quality of life.