Human Capital
HR's 2026 Test: New AI Roles, a Capability Gap, and the Fight for Strategic Relevance
In 2026, HR leaders face a critical test: are they equipped to shape AI's integration into the workplace? The article outlines three converging pressures—new AI roles, capability gaps, and the fight for strategic relevance—and offers a diagnostic framework to prioritize HR's AI strategy.
Siobhan O'Malley·June 19, 2026