03 Jun 2026

Aon research: Human Capital Trends Study 2026

This survey of more than 2,300 business leaders globally establishes what is driving workforce strategy, including AI and employee value proposition, and offers ways to address challenges.

It finds that organisations are investing heavily in AI faster than they are building the skills, structures and human support needed to make it effective. Without human skills, technology and AI cannot deliver impact.

The research also finds that a persistent gap remains between intended support and the employee experience. It explains how EVPs and data maturity can impact change.

Download the full report to find out:

88% agree AI will create new opportunities and require new skills.
73% have already deployed or are piloting AI programs.
18% say most of their workforce has participated in AI reskilling or upskilling programmes in the past year.
28% of organisations have hired employees with AI expertise.
19% of organisations say their EVP is clearly defined and well understood.