HR is looking for a technology upgrade.
Updating HR software is a top priority for 25% of teams in 2026. Compared to last year, that's a 10 percentage point increase.
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From 2022–2025, updating HR tech stayed flat around 14–15% of team priorities. In 2026, it jumps to 25%, a 10-point increase from the prior year. Key insight: HR software upgrades are becoming a significantly higher priority, with sharp growth projected in 2026.
