The realities of AI present three leadership trials for organizations, which require HR to reshape how the C-suite conceptualizes leadership.

Training alone doesn't create capability. Sustainable AI skill development calls for a plan that reinforces desired behaviors.

"Internal mobility is probably the most structurally underdeveloped area in talent management," says Accenture head researcher Karalee Close.

Closing a gap between expectations and what HR can deliver requires HR leaders to understand conditions that make shifting focus difficult.