In the C-Suite: We need Chiropractors

It strikes me that many, though not all HR functions see people as stationery. The processes for acquiring paperclips and people appear to be much the same, process and cost-driven.

The reality is that there isn’t an issue with generation X and Y paper clips engaging. Nor is there an issue of paperclips needing to be more knowledgeable than ever to continue delivering the same level of economic output now that we are in a global marketplace.

Turning grey matter into liquid intellectual capital requires a grasp of technology. Particularly those associated with collaboration and creativity.

Both the IT and HR communities have argued forever that they are the most important function in terms of bottom line impact.  And of course they are both right. But to move HR out of a paperclip mindset and IT out of a technology mindset we need to merge the two functions.

So bring on the CHIRO – Chief Human and Information Resources Officer. It’s certainly an alternative approach.