HR in 2026: The End of Safe HR
2026 is not just another year in HR – it is a turning point. Safe HR, the one that advised without ownership, is fading. What replaces it is accountable HR – bold, data-backed, and deeply involved in shaping how decisions are made. This article is my forecast for what’s ahead. Spoiler: the human in HR is not disappearing – it is growing sharper, stronger, and more essential than ever.
What the Gulf Teaches the World About HR
After attending SHRM MENA 2025 in Dubai, I came back not just inspired, but impressed by how the Gulf region is shaping HR globally. From government-business synergy to AI-driven, culturally sensitive HR tech and workforce nationalization strategies, the region offers lessons for every country. In this article, I reflect on the four key trends the Gulf brings to the HR conversation—and challenge us in Armenia to ask: what are we contributing to the global table?
WCIT / DigiTec 2024, Yerevan
Today, I had the privilege of moderating a dynamic panel discussion at WCIT 2024 / DigiTec with amazing panelists. We spoke about AI in HR and how it changes the game in the way we work and we lead. Here are the key takeaways: 1. Building Trust in AI – trust is not just about quality – it is about understanding. We trust when we feel in control, when we know something will deliver and when technology aligns with our values. So how do we build that trust in AI? 2. Personalized Learning – AI can revolutionize Learning & Development by tailoring training to individual needs. As Ahmed Adel mentioned, the power of AI lies in personalization – making education more relevant and effective for every employee.
WCIT / DigiTec 2024
Today, I had the privilege of moderating a dynamic panel discussion at WCIT 2024 / DigiTec with amazing panelists. We spoke about AI in HR and how it changes the game in the way we work and we lead. Here are the key takeaways: 1. Building Trust in AI – trust is not just about quality – it is about understanding. We trust when we feel in control, when we know something will deliver and when technology aligns with our values. So how do we build that trust in AI? 2. Personalized Learning – AI can revolutionize Learning & Development by tailoring training to individual needs. As Ahmed Adel mentioned, the power of AI lies in personalization – making education more relevant and effective for every employee.
