2027 HR Priorities: Redesigning for the Future

Related terms: HR Priorities 2027, Future of HR, HR transformation, Human-AI work design, HR operating model
  • Turns AI adoption into measurable value through work redesign
  • Builds and deploys critical capabilities as talent markets tighten
  • Strengthens HR’s authority in enterprise workforce decisions
  • Redesigns HR’s operating model for human-AI delivery
  • Reallocates HR investment toward capabilities with higher future value
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Downloads 21 downloads Type Guide Publication date September 30, 2026 Topics Business PartneringOrg. Development

This report sets out five priorities for redesigning work, talent, workforce authority, HR’s operating model, and investment to deliver stronger business outcomes.

Included in this resource:

  • Priority 1: Redesign work for human-AI performance
  • Priority 2: Prioritize talent as an enterprise capability
  • Priority 3: Define shared workforce authority
  • Priority 4: Redesign HR’s operating model for human-AI delivery
  • Priority 5: Refocus HR’s investment on capabilities with the highest return
  • Turning transformation into business impact
  • Practical steps to take for each priority
  • Remuneration review
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