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As organizations plan their 2026 workforce strategy, they’re facing a workforce equation that looks very different from just a few years ago. Critical work is increasingly being delivered by people who aren’t on the traditional payroll: contractors, freelancers, and independent specialists. This shift is being driven from both sides of the labor market. Employers are […]
HR teams are under more pressure than ever. Budgets are tight. Expectations are high. The pace of change is accelerating. At the same time, artificial intelligence (AI) and flexible workforce models are reshaping not just how people work, but how talent is accessed and managed. Many HR leaders are trying to make sense of the […]
After Congress refused to block state regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) for a second time, President Trump on December 11, 2025, issued Executive Order (EO) 14365, Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence. The purpose as stated is to create a uniform federal framework for AI and sharply limit the ability of states to […]
Every major technology transformation creates winners and losers. The difference between the two is rarely the technology itself, it’s how organizations structure themselves to absorb it. As we move forward in 2026, HR leaders face an unprecedented challenge: managing a workforce that’s fracturing into three distinct segments based on AI capability, creating “the AI divide.” The organizations that bridge this […]
On December 3, a bipartisan group of legislators led by Representative Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) introduced legislation that would prohibit employers from relying solely on automated decision-making systems to make employment-related decisions. HR 6371, known as the No Robot Bosses Act, would mandate that employers include human oversight when they use automated decision-making software, that they […]
We are entering a new era of Work 4.0, defined by rapid technological acceleration, shifting human expectations, and a hiring landscape that feels more complex than ever. AI is reshaping how organizations source, assess, and select talent. It is also reshaping how candidates present themselves: they can now mass apply to hundreds of roles in […]
From AI and HR data to recruitment and empathetic leadership, HRDA’s Frankly Speaking series goes straight to the source. We’ve tapped top HR industry experts to give you the actionable insights you need to navigate today’s hottest topics. Here are the most-viewed insights you can’t miss. Portillo’s CPO on Winning Executive Support The most authentic […]
Your executive team wants artificial intelligence (AI) adoption yesterday. Your budget for training platforms is approved. Your learning modules are ready to launch. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: none of it will stick, and the problem isn’t your training. Every Chief Learning Officer (CLO) knows this frustration. Employees complete their AI literacy courses, pass their […]
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the workplace at a pace few technologies have matched. For HR leaders, the challenge is not simply rolling out new tools but ensuring employees adapt with confidence. Resilience – the ability to absorb change and thrive in it – is the critical resource that determines whether AI adoption succeeds or stalls. How can HR leaders embed resilience into the organization’s […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become commonplace in recruiting, screening, interviewing, testing, promotion, and employee monitoring. Properly designed and governed, AI can streamline processes and improve consistency. In employment decision-making, however, AI can introduce legal and operational risks for the employer, even when the AI tools are built and operated by third-party vendors. Businesses should understand […]