2026 HR Trends Report
Five trends to drive your HR journey through 2026 and beyond.
Leading Through Change: Human-Centric and Future-Ready
In 2026, HR is called to lead boldly through rapid change driven by AI transformation and economic and legislative shifts, and HR must step up and lead the organization with a human-centric focus. HR must develop leaders who excel at the foundations of people leadership, re-examine and reinforce organizational values to drive strategy through change, and collaborate cross-functionally with key partners to deliver on top priorities. By focusing on what matters most and the core drivers of organizational success, HR can build a resilient, connected workforce that thrives through change.
Use the 2026 HR Trends Report to:
- Gain an in-depth understanding of current talent trends and explore the organizational, societal, and financial impacts reshaping HR priorities.
- Build human-centric competencies in all levels of leadership development to drive long-term success and wellbeing.
- Leverage high-value use cases of artificial intelligence in HR and manage the human impact that AI implementation can have on your workforce.
- Navigate the multiple intertwined impacts on employee wellbeing through strategic employee listening efforts and trauma-informed practices.
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