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4 surprising finds about how AI is—and isn’t—actually working

Wharton's Peter Cappelli shares eye-opening research on companies that have introduced AI: What was the impact on productivity, headcount and business strategy?

Haunted by transformations past: 5 ways leaders can finally move on

The "ghosts" of transformations past may seem frightening but can actually guide HR toward steadier, more sustainable progress, this expert writes.

3 critical lessons from HR Tech 2025 that predict coming trends

HR Tech 2025 showed that the new wave of HR tech promises much, but requires intelligent and patient application, writes conference Chair Steve Boese.

Reskilling vs. replacement: Making the case for investing in people

Leaders stand on stages proclaiming that employees are their greatest asset in the AI era. Yet a lack of investment in reskilling often tells another story.

HR Tech 2025 recap: Spotlight on the Investor Experience and Pitchfest innovation

Industry analyst George LaRocque of Work Tech, who curated the Investor Experience program and emceed Pitchfest, breaks down the show's defining trends—from the lens of investors and start-ups.

A critical moment for HR leaders: Previewing the 2025 HR Tech conference

HR Tech kicks off next week in Las Vegas, and Program Chair Steve Boese shares an insider's look at what to expect—and why this year's conference comes at such a pivotal time.

What can HR learn from watching trade negotiations?

International trade and employee relations may seem like two distinct areas, but there is plenty for HR to learn, writes Wharton expert Peter Cappelli.

Rethinking leadership (again): What CHROs need to know

The most potent, data-backed insight from the study is this: Work has become so distributed that leadership itself must be distributed. Four practices from i4cp to support leaders' effectiveness.

Time for a reset: breaking the technology-first transformation trap

The most successful changes are process-led and technology-enabled, not technology-driven. This distinction matters more than you might think, this expert writes.

As the machine-human workforce emerges, it’s time to rethink management

The rise of agentic AI is fueling a new reality: a machine-human workforce. This hybrid environment requires new org structures and leadership capabilities, which HR will play a critical role in building, writes HR tech expert Steve Boese.

How enterprise AI is reshaping EX, according to expert Josh Bersin

Bersin, who will deliver the closing keynote at HR Tech this fall, found that employee experience platforms remain vital—and increasingly serve as the primary way to embed artificial intelligence within organizations.

AI derangement syndrome? Yes, it’s really happening in the C-suite

A majority of CEOs report pressure to transform their orgs with AI, yet many have overinflated ideas about what the tech can do on its own, expert Peter Cappelli writes.

AI’s reckoning: confronting job loss in the Age of Intelligence

One CEO just predicted a potential 20% spike in unemployment in the next few years from job losses to AI. Industry expert Mark Stelzner says HR now needs to advocate for humane automation that enhances, rather than erases, human contribution.

The Trump tariffs, a recession and the economy. What does HR do now?

Concerns about inflation and a recession have skyrocketed since the tariffs were announced. Expert Peter Cappelli of The Wharton School advises leaders on what to tell employees.

Agentic AI: What HR must know about the next evolution of HR tech

Agentic AI has taken over the discourse in the HR technology industry. How can HR harness the potential of this emerging tech? Industry expert Steve Boese shares insights.

The DOGE approach: Why ‘slash and burn’ doesn’t work

Wharton expert Peter Cappelli says DOGE's efforts to improve federal government efficiency, which include drastically cutting headcount and requiring task reporting, aren't sustainable for the government or the private sector.

4 steps to achieving transformative change in turbulent times

Amid rising uncertainty and heightened expectations for HR leaders, achieving transformative change is more difficult—yet necessary—than ever.

The collapse of DEI: What went wrong?

Wharton professor Peter Cappelli explores why so many orgs started backing off their DEI pledges, even before the Trump administration’s legal threats.

It’s time to declutter your HR tech stack: Here’s how to do it

Take stock, and then consider a new, better approach to your HR tech ecosystem: a cluster model. It might require compromise but the potential advantages are significant, writes expert Stacey Harris of Sapient Insights.

Skills-based hiring: Where we stand heading into 2025

While many organizations are considering the pivot to skills-based hiring, HR must raise some considerations to ensure the strategy is a fit, Wharton's Peter Cappelli writes.

From AI to company culture and skills, i4cp’s top predictions for 2025

Even though there is no precise science to make predictions for HR, looking ahead at what may impact HR strategy in 2025 can be an important exercise, writes this i4cp expert.

Wages, inflation and the 2024 election: An important message for HR leaders

Real wages have been on a continuous upward trajectory, yet many Americans cite economic frustrations for their presidential vote. Wharton expert Peter Cappelli dives in with what it means to HR.

Where is HR transformation headed in 2025? 6 predictions

The landscape for HR transformation in 2025 will look markedly different from this year, write experts from IA. Here are their best educated guesses for what's to come.