THE BRIEFING
The future of AI and companies is human in the lead
Julie Sweet CEO Accenture at Davos 2026
85 %
of employers say that in the next five years, a strategic HR function will be critical to success
Source: EY CHRO 2030 Market Insights: leading HR into the future with confidence
GARTNER FUTURE-PROOF CHRO ACTIONS
Gartner has released its top predictions for the future of talent strategies in 2026, as employee work is rapidly reshaped by AI. The research recommends CHROs take five key steps to prepare for the changing face of work:
n Preparing for cultural dissonance amid higher levels of performance pressure
n Ensuring infrastructure is in place to protect employee mental fitness.
n Developing AI governance strategies to maintain high levels of output and productivity.
n Encouraging employees to use AI agents to train their“ digital doppelgangers”.
n Create processes and upskilling initiatives to help employees develop AI skills and unlock value.
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