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When Michael Minns and Blanca Barreras of Hayes Recruitment stepped into our new podcast studio, they brought fresh perspectives on how digital transformation is reshaping the recruitment landscape while preserving the irreplaceable human element at its core.
"Digital transformation is a technology solution to a business problem," Michael explains, cutting through the buzzwords to the heart of what matters for organizations of all sizes. With Hayes placing around 800 temporary workers weekly across Canberra's government and private sectors, they've witnessed firsthand how digital capabilities have become essential for every business – not just those in tech.
As AI reshapes recruitment processes, both experts maintain it serves as an assistant rather than a replacement. Michael predicts deeper AI integration by 2030 but emphasizes regulation will be the next frontier as capabilities double approximately every 30 days. "Until AI prompting is absolutely black and white, it's going to play a role, but never take over," he explains, highlighting why human intuition remains irreplaceable in matching the right people to the right opportunities.
Whether you're building your team, enhancing your digital capabilities, or navigating the AI revolution, this episode offers practical insights from recruitment professionals who understand both the technical and human sides of business success. Subscribe to the Canberra Business Podcast for more conversations that help you navigate today's complex business landscape.
By Canberra Business ChamberWhen Michael Minns and Blanca Barreras of Hayes Recruitment stepped into our new podcast studio, they brought fresh perspectives on how digital transformation is reshaping the recruitment landscape while preserving the irreplaceable human element at its core.
"Digital transformation is a technology solution to a business problem," Michael explains, cutting through the buzzwords to the heart of what matters for organizations of all sizes. With Hayes placing around 800 temporary workers weekly across Canberra's government and private sectors, they've witnessed firsthand how digital capabilities have become essential for every business – not just those in tech.
As AI reshapes recruitment processes, both experts maintain it serves as an assistant rather than a replacement. Michael predicts deeper AI integration by 2030 but emphasizes regulation will be the next frontier as capabilities double approximately every 30 days. "Until AI prompting is absolutely black and white, it's going to play a role, but never take over," he explains, highlighting why human intuition remains irreplaceable in matching the right people to the right opportunities.
Whether you're building your team, enhancing your digital capabilities, or navigating the AI revolution, this episode offers practical insights from recruitment professionals who understand both the technical and human sides of business success. Subscribe to the Canberra Business Podcast for more conversations that help you navigate today's complex business landscape.