HR may not be moving quite into the "future of work", but it will be a key driver of business adaptability as the working world continues its rapid change.
New research suggests a "frontline-first" approach, leveraging integrated tech systems, can drive engagement and retention among frontline workers, who are craving more support from their employers.
Upwork's new report shows businesses are turning to freelance talent in droves. Seventy-eight percent of companies plan to hire independent workers in the next three months, outpacing demand for full-time knowledge roles.
"Entry-level employees are cheaper, more adaptable and better at adopting new technology," the Korn Ferry report authors note. "They might be exactly what you need in an AI-driven world."
The U.S. labor market is slowing, but attention to AI talent is surging, even as other areas contract, creating both challenges and opportunities for HR leaders.
Nearly a third of layoff "survivors" report costly mistakes from insufficient training. Structured re-onboarding helps HR realign employees, rebuild confidence and prevent errors.
