India, June 8 -- The role of HR professionals has transformed significantly in the AI and ML era. Beyond payroll, hiring and compliance, HR leaders now drive strategic, data-driven and people-centric initiatives. Modern organisations expect HR teams to support digital transformation, workforce upskilling, employee engagement and productivity while balancing technology with human-centric workplace practices.

According to BCG and the World Federation of People Management Associations, 65% of senior leaders now view HR as a key business enabler. Companies with stronger HR capabilities reduce hiring time by 17-18 days on average. Nearly 70% of companies already use GenAI in some form. BCG also states that HR leaders are now partnering direct...