Hey you 👋

Welcome to the first-ever Reboot Wednesday — your weekly midweek reboot that makes work a little easier, smoother, and (dare we say) cooler. Think of this as your HR energy drink… minus the crash. 🚀

Oh, and guess what? This newsletter has a mascot too! 🐾
Meet Toolie… or Rebbie… or maybe Stackie (okay, the name is still under construction, but hey — every legend starts somewhere 😉).

Every Wednesday our little sidekick will pop up to drop facts, tips, and random nuggets of HR wisdom.

🧐 A Quick Fun Fact Before We Dive In…

Did you know the first enterprise resource planning (ERP) system that integrated HR functions was launched in 1979? 🎉

It was called SAP R/2 (later replaced by R/3 and today’s S/4HANA). This was a big deal — for the first time, companies could combine corporate data in real time and manage processes from a single mainframe environment. 🤯

Fast forward to today: many of today’s popular HR systems still borrow from that early ERP DNA, especially when it comes to payroll and compliance.

Imagine telling a 1979 HR pro that one day you’d be doing all this from your laptop… or even your phone. Wild, right? 📱✨

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It might seem fine at first, but eventually, it can cause problems.

Proper verification not only reduces risk and builds trust, but also helps create a healthier, more reliable workplace culture.

SpringVerify makes this part of HR simpler and more efficient: their digital-first platform streamlines the verification process from start to finish, freeing HR teams to focus on people instead of paperwork

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• ⚡ Flexible API – lets you shape the verification process to match your team’s workflow, whether it’s a quick check or a multi-step process.

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📚 Deep Dive: More Knowledge We Have to Offer

Reboot HR Wednesday isn’t just about tools — it’s about helping you stay ahead, learn faster, and bring fresh ideas to your team. Here are a few upcoming webinars to take your HR game to the next level:

• Beyond the Checklist: Compliance-Driven Cultures That Employees Want to Stay In - Wednesday, September 17
  Compliance doesn’t have to be boring. Learn how to build workplace cultures where rules and regulations actually support employee engagement — so your team wants to stay, not just follow the checklist. Save your spot and join the conversation.

  

• Art of Storytelling in HR - Friday, September 19
  Policies, updates, and training programs can feel dry — unless you know how to tell the story behind them. This session teaches HR pros how to use storytelling to connect, inspire, and engage your employees. Reserve your seat and bring your stories to life.

  

• Custom GPTs for HR: Separating the Hype from the Real Impact
  AI is everywhere, but what really works for HR? Discover how to implement custom GPTs effectively, cut through the buzz, and bring tangible value to hiring, onboarding, and employee support. Claim your spot to see AI in action.

  

Think of these sessions as your weekly knowledge boost — explore new ideas, learn from experts, and bring back insights that make a real impact on your team.

Before we wrap up, it’s time for the most important question of this newsletter — what should we call our mascot?

Since this is the very first edition, we also want your feedback. Tell us what more you want to see, learn about, or explore — we take feedback seriously and want to make Reboot HR Wednesday your go-to midweek reboot.

Thanks for being part of this journey — here’s to more tools, trends, and surprises next week! 🎉

— Team TSOW