Emerging Tech: HR Executive Archives

Why the 'AI productivity paradox' calls for HR's intervention

By Tom Starner

"In a world where AI can help nearly everyone be productive faster, the real differentiator becomes whether an organization is still advancing its people: whether employees are learning to think critically," says Stephanie Larson of Seramount.

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AI is reshaping entry-level hiring. Where will new grads go?

Your HR tech stack is being rebuilt around you. Do you have a voice in it?

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April 23, 2026

Microsoft's plan for reducing its workforce: Retirement buyout vs. layoff

The tech giant announced this week its first-ever voluntary early retirement program, for which about 7% of the 125,000 U.S. employees are eligible.

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April 21, 2026

What Cisco is doing to avoid 'compliance theater'

"If you just push a tool to people, you get compliance. If you want innovation, you have to foster experimentation," says Cisco Chief People Officer Kelly Jones.

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April 20, 2026

As AI layoff regret surges, will boomerang employees make a comeback?

As mass layoffs driven by AI continue to claim jobs across industries, experts say organizations need to be careful about how they part ways with their employees—particularly if their AI bets don't pan out.

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April 20, 2026

Meta's 16,000-person layoff: Coming soon?

Experts say the recent wave of job reductions are "completely reshaping" the tech industry.

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April 19, 2026

From Meta to Salesforce: Will the 'tokenmaxxing' trend go beyond Silicon Valley?

As Silicon Valley engineers compete to spend the most AI "tokens," business leaders are left to question the most effective way to measure the real impacts of AI usage at work.

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April 19, 2026

'The AI did it': Why employers cannot accept AI as a scapegoat

Can an employee disclaim responsibility by blaming AI? The short answer is no, but the longer answer requires thoughtful policy, training and oversight.

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