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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
How trafficked American guns fuel Mexico's cartel violence
More than two thirds of guns recovered at Mexican crime scenes originate in the U.S. For decades, Mexico has struggled with staggering levels of gun violence fueled in large part by weapons trafficked across its northern border. Now an investigation published by The Conversation has arrived at a new estimate of the scale of this illicit gun trade between the U.S. and Mexico in 2022: 135,000 guns. Investigative journalist Sean Campbell and Topher McDougal, a professor of economic development at the University of San Diego, spent a year combing through multiple databases and court documents and conducting interviews to understand how the flow of guns works. Their investigation reveals where in the U.S. the guns are coming from, what impact these American guns are having in Mexico, and how difficult it is for American law enforcement agencies to prosecute those trafficking guns across the border. Listen to Campbell and McDougal talk about their investigation on The Conversation Weekly podcast. You can read the full investigation here. This episode of The Conversation Weekly was written and produced by Mend Mariwany and Gemma Ware. Mixing and sound design by Eloise Stevens and theme music by Neeta Sarl. Newsclips in this episode from PBS News, CGTN, France24, ABC 7 and NewsNation. Listen to The Conversation Weekly via any of the apps listed above, download it directly via our RSS feed or find out how else to listen here. A transcript of this episode is available on Apple Podcasts. This article is republished from The Conversation, a nonprofit, independent news organization bringing you facts and trustworthy analysis to help you make sense of our complex world. It was written by: Gemma Ware, The Conversation Read more: Guns in America: A liberal gun-owning sociologist offers 5 observations to understand America's culture of firearms Guns bought in the US and trafficked to Mexican drug cartels fuel violence in Mexico and the migration crisis Gun trafficking from the US to Mexico: The drug connection Sean Campbell and Topher McDougal do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations.
Cision Canada
14-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Strada report reveals surge in AI adoption and data-driven HR decisions fueled by HCM transformation
MIAMI, May 14, 2025 /CNW/ -- A new report from Strada and ISG reveals that modern HCM transformation is enabling a powerful shift in how HR teams operate. Organizations that have implemented HCM platforms report a 500% increase in AI and machine learning usage, and a 44% rise in data-driven decision-making, highlighting the impact of digital transformation across HR functions. The research – based on a survey of 190 global companies across multiple industries and consisting primarily of organizations that have implemented Workday HCM – reveals that transformation is delivering real results. Among these companies, 91% report success, far surpassing the industry benchmark, where typically half of such projects fail. This success is reflected in measurable improvements across HR operations, from greater automation and integration to a stronger reliance on data in decision-making. Key gains include: 500% surge in AI and machine learning usage in daily HR operations 66% rise in system integration 55% increase in process automation 49% reduction in HR processes being described as complex 44% growth in data-driven decision-making Importantly, the report underscores the need to start with the basics. Organizations that achieved the most significant improvements – many of which deployed Workday - began by simplifying processes, adopting best-practice configurations, and building modern operating models. Prior to deployment, only 12% of companies described their HR processes as somewhat easy. Post-deployment, that figure rose to 45% (a 275% increase) with a further 10% describing their processes as significantly easy - a term barely used before implementation. Notably, no company described their processes as very complex after deployment. Levels of automation also improved, with 'mostly automated' processes nearly doubling from 25% to 45%. Sean Campbell, Strategic Advisor at Strada said: "Success starts with strong foundations - a solid platform that drives agility and growth, best-practice configuration, and a modern operating model built for the future that supports the business at every step. With this in place, organizations are well positioned to embrace cutting-edge innovations like AI, machine learning, and the limitless possibilities of Agentic AI." Despite this progress, AI usage remains inconsistent. While AI adoption has surged, 68% of companies say they still use AI and ML only 'rarely' or 'sometimes', limiting the full value of their investment. This gap is often linked to a few persistent challenges - including data security concerns, trust in AI insights, and the need for deeper internal expertise. Encouragingly, 90% of organizations have already taken steps to enhance digital skills, particularly in emerging areas such as AI and machine learning. While only 4% said they had no skills in this area, 34% described their capabilities as still developing - underlining the need for ongoing learning and development. Gaurang Pagdi, Principal Analyst at ISG commented: "HCM transformation is more than just implementing new technology - it is about enabling HR to drive business growth, foster engagement and unlock the full potential of its workforce." This transformation presents HR professionals with a unique opportunity to reshape their roles, elevate their impact, and lead strategic change within their organizations. As technology continues to redefine the function, those who embrace data, automation, and continuous learning will be best placed to lead the future of work.
