Summary
This checklist outlines essential steps for enhancing HR strategies in 2026. It begins by emphasizing the alignment of people with organizational goals through skills-based job design, which includes inventorying current skills and identifying opportunities for AI integration. The document details fostering a culture of AI collaboration, highlighting the importance of training on responsible AI use. Employee well-being is prioritized through trust and empowerment, with recommendations for robust benefits and a culture of compassion. The checklist also addresses the responsible use of AI in HR, advocating for audits of AI tools and maintaining human oversight. Pay transparency is discussed as a means to support fairness, along with the need for multijurisdictional compliance through consistent standards. Finally, it emphasizes the strategic partnership between HR and IT, urging collaboration on AI adoption and data management. These steps collectively aim to prepare organizations for the evolving HR landscape in 2026.
