As we find ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic, business leaders and government officials are considering ways to reopen the economy and businesses across sectors. The health crisis has highli

As we find ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic, business leaders and government officials are considering ways to reopen the economy and businesses across sectors. The health crisis has highlighted the need for HR to be a strategic partner, helping leaders think through things like layoffs vs. furloughs vs. retaining and paying employees; essential personnel; safety; remote work; and so much more. As we think about returning to a physical workplace, how can HR help business leaders and employees chart a path forward?

Consider consulting these (and other sources) to help you shape your answer:

• Coronavirus & COVID19 - SHRM: https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/pages/communicable-diseases.aspx
• Five Ways that COVID19 Will Transform HR: https://www.hrmorning.com/articles/covid-will-transform-hr/
• Responding to COVID19. Ten Lessons from the World's HR Leaders: https://joshbersin.com/2020/04/responding-to-covid-19-ten-lessons-from-the-worlds-hr-leaders/

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