IBM's AI in HR journey was a "rocky road," but one that has highlighted the transformative power the tech is having on HR's capacity for strategic leadership.

At HR Tech on Wednesday, authors James Patterson and Dr. Patrick Leddin explored the unprecedented level of change facing HR, and how mission-driven decisions can turn HR into a force for positive disruption.

Organizations of tomorrow don't just roll out lots of new tech. They first transform their cultures and leadership mindsets, said experts at HR Tech in Las Vegas.

Walmart's Donna Morris, the 2025 HR Executive of the Year, offers insights on navigating pressure to move quickly on AI integration—without losing credibility or employee buy-in.

New York Life recently launched an AI-powered platform aimed at helping the workforce explore new opportunities and gig projects, and develop skills for the future.

"We can't do change like we used to," one expert said about HR's role in transformation during a Strategy Summit in Las Vegas.

Experts agree this trend is a crisis for both employees and employers—and HR has to make strategic improvements to reduce the risk of pervasive employee stress.

Honored for HR excellence at a smaller organization, Paige Ross of Blackstone is keeping a long-range focus as the firm navigates AI, skills development and unexpected tragedy.