Book description
The 21st century workplace thrives on internet-enabled connectivity
and technology and these new applications allow human resource
professionals to make the work of developing and managing the
workforce faster, easier, and more effective. The e-HR Advantage
explores the positive impact of technology upon the workplace: how we
work, learn, and manage ourselves and others. With best practices for
implementation and case studies from around the world, this complete
handbook provides a framework for understanding the significance of
technology in the workplace. Human resource professionals who master
these technologies will secure their seat at the table.
With their saga guidance and optimism, Waddill and Marquardt provide
a comprehensive and practical guide to HR leaders who are ready to
embrace the myriad of possibilities technology offers - Shannon Banks,
Senior HR Business Partner, Microsoft Corporation.
Deborah
Waddill, Ed. D., has managed and led large-scale technical,
instructional design projects for clients including the US Department
of Agriculture, AT&T, and the FDIC. She is an instructor at The
George Washington University where she earned her doctorate.
Dr. Michael Marquardt is professor of human resource development
and international affairs as well as program director of overseas
programs at George Washington University. Mike also serves as
president of the World Institute for Action Learning. Dr. Marquardt
has trained more than 95,000 managers in nearly 100 countries since
beginning his international experience in Spain in 1969. Consulting
assignments have included Marriott, Microsoft, Motorola, Boeing,
Caterpillar, United Nations Development Program and Samsung. Mike is
the author of 20 books and over 100 professional articles in the
fields of leadership, learning, globalization and organizational
change. Dr. Marquardt's achievements and leadership have been
recognized though numerous awards including the International
Practitioner of the Year Award from the American Society for Training
and Development. He enjoys skiing, music and traveling with his Swiss
wife, four children and six grandchildren.
