 Hello, and welcome to Unit 9 of Sailor.org's Introduction to Human Resources Management. This unit focuses on the relationship between HR and technology. Technology is a key to measure and benchmark a company's activities. This benchmarking allows HR to increase efficiency and streamline its day-to-day operations. As technology continues to improve, new applications are constantly in development. But can we have human resources without the human element? HR departments are harnessing big data to assess and accurately measure effectiveness and efficiency in the workplace. Using different kinds of software has become increasingly important. There is, however, a trade-off to this expanding use of technology. Employees may feel as if they are being treated like equipment, or just a number on a spreadsheet. This is a challenge that HR managers must face as technology plays an increasingly integral role in our lives. See you at the beginning of Unit 10. Good luck.