Brandon Hall Group Launches 2026 Skills Strategy Study Amid Growing Workforce Planning Pressures
Event summary
- Brandon Hall Group launched its 2026 State of Skills study on July 9, 2026 to examine how organizations define and act on employee skills data.
- The research focuses on ownership gaps in skills strategy and the lack of reliable systems to track skills across enterprises.
- Key areas include AI literacy, data analysis, change management, and strategic decision-making skill gaps.
- Survey open to corporate HR and L&D leaders involved in learning strategy or workforce planning.
The big picture
The study comes as organizations face increasing pressure to close skill gaps in emerging areas like AI and data analysis, yet many lack clear strategies or reliable tracking systems. This research reflects broader industry trends where workforce planning is shifting from HR-centric initiatives to business-critical imperatives. The findings will provide insights into how companies are adapting their skills strategies to meet evolving demands.
What we're watching
- Ownership Clarity
- Whether organizations will establish clear ownership for skills strategies across HR, L&D, and business units.
- Data Infrastructure
- The pace at which companies develop reliable systems to track and analyze employee skills data.
- Collaboration Gaps
- How HR and L&D teams will address breakdowns in collaboration on skills planning initiatives.