Cyber Risk Overtakes Labor Shortages as Top Global People Risk
Event summary
- Marsh's 2026 People Risks report identifies cyber risk as the top global people risk, surpassing labor shortages.
- 40% of respondents reported increased workforce productivity from managing people risks effectively.
- Inadequate AI training and upskilling ranks among top global people risks, with 40% of professionals concerned about unchecked AI adoption.
- Financial insecurity is now a material organizational risk, ranking fourth globally due to rising living costs and debt burdens.
The big picture
Marsh's report highlights how technological disruption is reshaping workforce-related risks, with cyber threats now surpassing labor shortages as the primary concern. The findings underscore the strategic importance of investing in human capital alongside technological advancements to maintain organizational resilience. With annual revenue of $27 billion and operations in 130 countries, Marsh's insights carry significant weight for multinational corporations navigating these challenges.
What we're watching
- Cyber Resilience Gaps
- How organizations will address the human behavior component of cyber risk, beyond technological solutions.
- AI Integration Challenges
- Whether companies can effectively redesign work processes to maximize AI's productivity gains while mitigating risks.
- Leadership Evolution
- The pace at which traditional leadership models will adapt to meet evolving employee expectations around empathy and communication.
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