Haris Ikram, Co-founder and CEO of CandorIQ, and Chad Atwell, Head of Customer Success and Advisory Services at CandorIQ, join us this episode to discuss the critical, yet often disconnected, relationship between HR and finance in workforce planning. They explore why these teams often operate in silos and how they can collaborate more effectively on headcount and compensation to drive business success. The conversation also gets into the changing definition of the workforce, the role of data in strategic planning, and how AI is shaping the future of work and employee skills.

[0:00] Introduction

• Welcome, Haris and Chad!
• Today’s Topic: Bridging the Gap Between HR and Finance in Workforce Planning

[5:50] Why HR and finance teams don’t collaborate, even though they should

• The different objectives driving each team.
• How to manage a multifaceted and flexible approach to getting work done in the modern economy.

[20:06] What’s workforce planning and what challenges might be present?

• Workforce planning is about having the right people—and now AI agents—in place to get the work done.
• How to manage a multifaceted and flexible approach to getting work done in the modern economy.

[37:53] How AI and agents are influencing workforce planning

• How AI is automating tactical work, creating a greater need for employees with skills in critical thinking, creativity, and strategy.
• The importance of measuring the true productivity impact of AI over time, and why companies must be thoughtful about its implementation.

[43:46] Closing

• Thanks for listening!

Quick Quote

“Layoffs cause an immense amount of harm for the companies as well. I mean, there's lots of research out there that will show dips or even just outright dives in company confidence, people's belief in future career opportunities, confidence in leadership.”