Workplace Trends
What Will Work Look Like in 2026? New SHRM Research Reveals How Leadership, Culture and AI Are Shaping the Future
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What This Article Covers
SHRM's annual research highlights the top CHRO priorities for 2026: AI integration, reducing algorithmic bias in hiring tools, and rebuilding workplace culture.
PersonaScore's Take
57% of CHROs say reducing bias in AI hiring tools is a 2026 priority. That starts with using validated, transparent assessments — not black-box algorithms — to inform hiring decisions.
Why This Matters
Workplace dynamics are shifting in fundamental ways. Remote work, AI integration, declining engagement, and generational shifts are all converging. The organizations that thrive will be those that deeply understand their people — not just their skills, but how they communicate, what motivates them, and how they complement each other on a team.