*Dr.Sanjay K. Deshpande Invited as Resource Person for Workshop on Digital HRM*
Pragativahini News: Belagavi: Dr. Sanjay K. Deshpande, Associate Professor, Department of MBA, KLS Gogte Institute of Technology (KLS GIT), Belagavi, was invited as the Resource Person for a workshop on “Digital HRM – Transforming HR Processes”, organized by the Belagavi Foundry Cluster in association with the Institute of Indian Foundrymen (IIF), Belagavi Foundry Cluster.
The workshop was organized with the objective of awakening, educating and encouraging the HR fraternity to embrace digital platforms for efficient and effective HR operations. With digital transformation increasingly influencing the way organizations manage their workforce, the session focused on helping HR professionals understand how technology can be integrated into various HR
processes.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Sanjay K. Deshpande brought his academic expertise and practical understanding of Human Resource Management to the session. He addressed the participants on the evolving role of technology in HR and discussed how digital platforms can help organizations streamline HR processes, improve operational efficiency, strengthen employee engagement, support data-driven decision-making and enhance the overall effectiveness of HR functions.
Dr. Deshpande also highlighted the changing expectations from contemporary HR professionals and the need to move beyond conventional, process-oriented HR practices towards technology-enabled and strategic HR management. The session provided
participants with insights into the relevance of digital tools in areas such as recruitment, employee management, performance management, learning and development, communication and HR analytics.
The workshop witnessed participation from more than 50 HR Heads and Managers representing the foundry industry and associated organizations. The interaction provided an opportunity for industry professionals to discuss the practical challenges and opportunities associated with digitalization of HR processes.
The program also saw the participation of 15 MBA students specializing in Human Resources from KLS Gogte Institute of Technology. Their participation enabled them to gain direct exposure to industry expectations and contemporary HR practices, thereby connecting their academic learning with emerging developments in the corporate world.
Dr. Jyoti Jamnani, HOD – MBA, appreciated Dr. Sanjay K. Deshpande’s contribution to the program and noted that such industry-oriented engagements provide valuable exposure to students while strengthening the connect between academia and
industry.
