Navigating the new landscape requires more than just adopting new technology; it calls for the development of a new type of professional and a radical rethinking of the HR function itself,
"Missing a key data point like the BLS jobs report really throws a wrench in recruitment planning," says Art Zeile, CEO of Dice, an HR tech platform and career marketplace.
Gartner predicts 40% of AI agent projects will fail by 2027—but the survivors are transforming from helpers into digital colleagues that need management just like human employees.
Shopping for new solutions after HR Tech? The recent lawsuit against Workday shines a spotlight on the future of AI in hiring, raising thinking points for employers that rely on third-party recruiting platforms.
The future belongs to HR leaders willing to rethink their role and their relationship with technology in these key ways, according to speakers at HR Tech 2025.
