2026 hiring outlook improves, but skills and AI are primary hurdles
· Source: supplychaindive.com
In short
Hiring intentions are set to rebound in 2026 with two-thirds of U.S. hiring decision-makers planning to increase headcount, though skill gaps and AI-related complexities remain significant obstacles. More than a third of employers have open jobs they cannot fill, with 50% citing applicants' lack of relevant experience as the primary challenge. AI is expected to upend the market for entry-level and back-office roles, with 39% of companies planning headcount reductions citing increased technology use as a reason.
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Tags: hiring, workforce, AI, skills, recruitment, automation