The Future of HR is a High- performance initiative ready to create a sustainable, future-fit economy. The Future of HR Summit will equip key decision makers and with the skills to embrace the new role of HR in business in its rapidly evolving function from a strategic point of view and in their day-to-day operations. A shift from technology and streamlining processes has taken place to focusing on improving the employee experience. The Summit will be structured around 2016 trends occurring in HR role. The Future of HR Awards seeks candidates who represent the best in the Human Resources Management (HR) profession in South Africa. Industry leaders are brought together to celebrate excellence in the HR profession, recognizing individuals, teams and organisations for their outstanding achievements in people management by showcasing strategies and practices that deliver direct impact on business performance and innovations that set new standards for the industry.