How are HR automation and AI reshaping 2025 priorities?

What’s on every HR leader’s mind for 2025? According to Gartner’s latest survey of over 1,400 HR leaders, priorities are shifting towards strategic workforce planning, change management, and, most importantly, technology. Yet, 55% of HR leaders admit their current tech doesn’t meet today’s needs, let alone prepare them for tomorrow. So, where do automation and AI fit in? Let’s explore how these tools can reshape HR and why they are more critical than ever.

Let’s talk automation: saving time and solving problems

Automation in HR is often associated with repetitive tasks such as scheduling, document management, and compliance tracking. However, the real value lies in addressing strategic challenges.

For example:

• Onboarding made seamless: Automated workflows send personalised welcome emails, schedule training, and remind managers to check in.
• Compliance stress? Gone. AI helps maintain compliance by automating tasks like document updates and flagging gaps in processes, ensuring your organisation stays on track.
• Paperwork overload? Not anymore. Tools can now create documents, such as contracts, automatically based on approved templates, streamlining the process and reducing manual errors.

It’s not just about doing things faster. It is about empowering HR teams to focus on what matters most: people.

AI: your new HR superpower

Automation may save time, but AI makes HR smarter. Think of it as a secret weapon for navigating complexity:

• Recruitment on autopilot: AI supports your hiring process by analysing CVs, highlighting top candidates, and providing insights to help you make informed decisions faster.
• Predicting tomorrow’s needs today: AI analyses workforce data to highlight skills gaps and recommend training or hiring solutions.
• Keeping your top performers: AI-powered insights flag employees at risk of leaving, giving you a chance to re-engage them before it is too late.

AI-driven solutions like chatbots, document generation, and skills data analysis are expected to deliver a 23% productivity boost in HR over the next 18 months. That is not a trend; it is a game-changer.

Why some HR tech falls flat

Not every HR tech investment pays off. Gartner found that 51% of HR leaders struggle to measure the business value of their technology. Why?

• Siloed systems: When tools do not connect, it is impossible to see the bigger picture.
• Overcomplicated UX: If employees find it hard to use, they won’t use it.
• Short-sighted goals: Automation often targets quick wins, not long-term transformation.

To escape these challenges, organisations must align automation initiatives with strategic goals, ensuring they deliver both immediate and long-term value.

How automation and AI deliver real impact

Take the City of Sydney as an example. By working closely with their HR tech vendor, they didn’t just ‘fix problems’. They proactively improved workflows, reducing administrative tasks by 27%. The result? Less time on admin and more time on strategy.

This is what happens when automation meets AI:

• Automating routine tasks frees up HR teams.
• AI-driven insights lead to better decision-making.
• Together, they allow HR to lead, not just support.

The 50skills difference

At 50skills, we believe automation and AI are more than tools; they are essential for meeting today’s demands. Here is how we help:

Integrated workflows for seamless collaboration

One of the biggest challenges in HR tech is managing disconnected systems that lead to inefficiencies and data silos. 50skills eliminates this problem by integrating with your existing tools. From applicant tracking systems to your HRIS, our solution ensures a smooth flow of information across your tech stack. This means no more jumping between systems, fewer manual errors, and better insights from consolidated data.

AI-powered efficiency tailored to your needs

Our platform uses AI to assist with essential HR tasks, enhancing accuracy and saving valuable time. For instance:

• CV screening: AI helps prioritise candidates by analysing CVs based on predefined criteria, allowing you to focus on top prospects.
• Document creation: Whether it’s generating employment contracts or policy documents, AI automates the process using your approved templates, ensuring consistency and compliance.
• Compliance maintenance: Stay on track with regulations through automated workflows that ensure critical steps are followed without gaps.

Customised workflows for every organisation

We understand that no two organisations are alike, which is why 50skills offers fully customisable workflows. Whether you’re optimising hiring, onboarding, or workforce planning, our platform adapts to your unique needs.

To make things even easier, we provide a library of best practice templates that you can use as they are, customise to fit your processes, or use as inspiration when starting from scratch. This flexibility allows you to create workflows that reflect your organisation’s goals while ensuring scalability as your business evolves.

Maximising the potential of HR automation and AI

HR automation and AI are not just about ticking boxes; they are about reimagining how HR operates. By embracing these tools, HR leaders can move from reactive problem-solvers to proactive strategists.

Ready to explore what automation and AI can do for your HR workflows? Let’s chat.