Download the HR Strategy Survey 2026 Results

Is Your HR Strategy Ready for 2026?

Navigate Budget Cuts and Shifting Priorities with the 2026 HR Strategy Survey Analysis

As economic uncertainty and rapid technological change redefine the workplace, HR leaders are facing tough strategic choices. Our 2026 HR Strategy Survey reveals a critical pivot: organisations are significantly shifting investments, cutting budgets for Talent Acquisition and DEI, while doubling down on internal development.

Download the full analysis to discover the key trends shaping the future of HR and benchmark your strategy against your peers.

What’s inside the report:

• Top HR Priorities: See why “Leadership & Management” and “People Development” emerged as the highest-rated priorities, while “Coaching & Assessment” and “Change & Transformation” ranked lower.
• The 2026 Budget Shift: Get a clear view of where budgets are growing and shrinking. See the data on planned increases in Learning & Development and HR tech, versus significant cuts to recruitment.
• Analysis by Company Size: Understand how priorities differ based on scale. Large enterprises (1,000+) are focused on HR tech, while smaller firms (Under 50) are tackling HR capability gaps.
• Industry-Specific Insights: Learn how sectors are responding differently. Technology firms are prioritising AI strategies, while the Non-Profit sector faces widespread budget freezes or cuts.
• HR Team Readiness: Find out why most HR leaders are only “somewhat confident” (47%) or “confident” (38%) in their team’s ability to handle major change, and what skills they believe are needed most—starting with HR analytics.

Enter your details to download the HR Strategy Survey 2026 Analysis and ensure your team is prepared for the challenges ahead.