Future of Work
Preparing organizations for the next era of work through innovation, technology, and agile workforce strategies.
From AI to new models of work, the future of work is here — and HR teams are at the forefront of shaping it. Organizations must rethink where, how, and why work is done to remain competitive. This includes adopting emerging technologies, redesigning jobs, and preparing employees for the skills of tomorrow. The future of work is not a distant concept — it’s an evolving reality that requires proactive HR leadership.
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Key Data & Trends from SHRM Research:
71%
of U.S. workers want flexible work schedules, while only 14% prefer widespread AI/automation.
51%
of organizations now use AI in recruiting — the top HR function for AI adoption in 2025.
23%
Year-over-year growth in demand for HR tech skills (up 35% over two years).
Workforce Planning: The Future of Work
Anticipate tomorrow’s talent needs with proven strategies to build an agile and future-ready workforce.
Latest News
From AI risks to homeschooling trends and climate anxiety, leaders must prepare for shifting expectations in trust, flexibility, and mental health.
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SNAP delays heighten financial strain for workers, Gemini’s deep search challenges data security, and neurodata is redefining employee health benefits.
Experts urge HR to redesign work, not just adopt AI, guiding organizations to harness AI for growth, efficiency, and future-ready workflows.
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Member Resources
Simplify employee development planning with this AI prompt template. This guide offers examples and actionable insights for managing employees’ career growth.
Watch this step-by-step video for how HR professionals can use generative AI to enhance talent acquisition, upskilling, and training program development.
On July 23, 2025, the White House released "Winning the AI Race: America’s AI Action Plan." This comprehensive policy blueprint outlines over 90 federal actions under three strategic pillars: Accelerating Innovation, Building American AI Infrastructure, and Leading in International Diplomacy and Security.
Simplify AI for HR with our plain language glossary. Empower HR teams to confidently use AI for hiring, engagement, and strategic decision-making.