Exploring the Intersection of Technology and HR Roles in IT Companies

Hi all,

I came across an article where it was emphasized that a growing number of HR consultancies and IT companies are focusing on equipping their HR with knowledge of specific technology domains like Java, ERP, and more.

I don't understand why an HR professional should need to know about technology when their core function is related to people and not technology, especially in the context of IT companies.

I would be grateful if anyone could provide me with more insights on this subject.

Regards,
Durga

Hi Durga,

It's a really good question that you have come up with. Though I am not at all a senior to answer this question, however, I think I can contribute a little bit of brainstorming here. I believe it's always good to have an inside look at the processes where your manpower works. The conditions, situations, ever-changing trends, and the strain to cope up with the current trend cannot be completely understood by a person who does not know A, B, C of the field. Since the HR field, as you said, has to do with the people, the HR person needs to know the state of the people.

As it's said, a leader can be a really good leader when he belongs to the community. It exactly applies here too. :)

Regards, Mayuri.

Hi Durga,

What I feel is, yes, it's always an added advantage. Recruitment Technical Skills. Organizations hire HR recruitment professionals for their technical expertise: Can you develop a job analysis survey? Can you source candidates utilizing Internet research techniques? Are you experienced in utilizing applicant tracking systems? Can you conduct an effective selection interview? Every HR recruitment professional should know that developing their competencies and skills is vital to their success. But every HR recruitment professional also seems to know that he or she is great at it. Your greatest challenge is to admit to flaws in your strategic HR recruitment competency and skill sets and work tirelessly to improve them.

Regards