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10 stories that reveal what execs expect from CHRO leadership in 2026

What's on the C-suite's HR wish list for 2026? From AI strategy to succession planning, discover what CEOs and boards expect from HR leaders heading into the new year. Expert insights from Gartner, IBM, Korn Ferry and more.

HR’s strategic awakening: 8 leaders on seizing the moment

HR's potential to drive business strategy has never been greater, agreed experts we spoke with this year. Read their motivating insights.

Compliance crisis: A recap of HR’s challenging year

From social media to the emergence of and lack of regulations around AI and a new federal administration, HR had its compliance work cut out for it this year.

5 HR insights from Workday VP about tech resistance, consolidation and more

Workday's Melanie Lougee on why employees resist new tech, the HR consolidation cycle and why corporate culture matters more than AI features.

The contingent workforce boom faces a strategy bust

The share of temporary, part-time and freelance workers is growing—but HR needs to ensure its tech strategy can attract and retain this valuable talent pool.

9 ways to maximize HR impact in 2026

HR pros share their 2026 predictions on areas for impact, from fixing broken performance systems to unlocking frontline intelligence.