Fosway Group partners with HR event disruptors UNLEASH on this year’s HR Realities Research

Fosway Group, in association with UNLEASH, has launched the latest wave of its HR Realities research. Now in its tenth year, the research explores how HR teams are managing their people strategies in the context of uncertain economics, digital transformation, talent shortages, AI proliferation and shifting workplace dynamics.

As HR teams navigate a constantly changing landscape of work that produces an endless array of challenges and opportunities, Fosway Group’s partnership with a business publisher and HR events pioneer like UNLEASH on this latest iteration of HR Realities is much anticipated, once again. The survey opens on 2 July, running over the summer of 2024, with the first results and insights shared exclusively at UNLEASH World, their Paris event on 16 and 17 October.

Last year’s research findings revealed the critical importance of employee experience, with 77% of respondents considering EX most important to the future success of HR operations. Also high on the HR agenda once again was skills, with 95% recognising prioritisation of a skills strategy as an important enabler of not only a differentiated EX, but also business success.

This year’s research will look at how HR teams are managing these myriad changes, exploring areas including HR investment, ecosystem changes, tech adoption and priorities for the year ahead.

“HR strategy and teams are entering a new era of people experience, workforce intelligence and automation”, commented David Perring, Fosway Group’s Chief Insights Officer and lead analyst on the research. “So, in this year’s research we’ve decided to shine a light on the progress that’s been made to make HR fit for the modern workforce, understand the realities behind delivering a sustainable HR solution architecture, at a time of huge uncertainty and innovation in AI.”

UNLEASH CEO Marc Coleman added, “AI is bringing performance, feedback and productivity to life, giving greater competency and skills to the workforce that craves professional development and career growth. This research will provide a deeper understanding of how we can better manage our teams and inspire innovation to keep the business moving alongside emerging technologies and AI adoption, all without losing the human connection that is going to be integral to the workplace.”

To take part in the HR Realities Research 2024-25, complete the online survey now.

About UNLEASH

UNLEASH is a global digital media and events business delivering the latest news, analysis and market trends for HR, technology, learning and recruitment leaders.

UNLEASH Conferences & Exhibitions, formerly known as HR Tech Europe and HR Tech World, are market leading international HR events organised by UNLEASH Holdings Ltd. The company is a global leader in event management, business journalism and publishing, with a strong focus on creating comprehensive business reports, prestigious awards, and dynamic professional communities.