Davos, January 28, 2026 (NA) -- 57% of employers acknowledge that the aging of the workforce is already impacting their current Human Resources strategy: within four years, more than 1 in 4 workers will be over 55 years old. The dilemma presented for the continuity and sustainability of organizations, in this context, is that only 39% of Generation X workers and 56% of Millennials aspire to occupy leadership roles, according to the new global report 'The Human Advantage: Global Trends on the Future of Work' that ManpowerGroup presented at the Davos Conference, to which Noticias Argentinas agency had access. Based on surveys of more than 12,000 workers and 40,000 employers in 41 countries, the report identifies 16 key trends impacting the world of work, grouped into four strategic axes: Super Hybrid Teams, Accelerated Relearning, Transformation Norms, and the Succession Crisis. It is an invitation for leaders and organizations to reflect and rethink their strategic decisions in a context of accelerated transformation. The full report delves into the changes that are redefining the world of work and offers concrete keys to anticipate the challenges posed by technological disruption and the evolution of work models. 'The future of work is built in a context of permanent change, where it is not enough to just incorporate more technology and new tools: organizations that want to remain competitive must make better decisions about leadership, talent development, and the adoption of systems to anticipate the challenges of the new environment. Consequently, 57% of employers recognize that this trend is already impacting their current HR strategy. In this context, preparing the next generation of leaders becomes a strategic priority for the sustainability of organizations in a labor market in full redefinition.' These trends offer a concrete roadmap for organizations to manage this change strategically and sustain their competitiveness, affirms Luis Guastini. Findings of the study Global trends on the future of work and main findings of the study: Super Hybrid Teams: Collaboration between people and artificial intelligence is no longer a future promise, but an expanding reality that redefines the way we work. This is added to the consolidation of more flexible work models: today, 27% of Generation Z workers already supplement their main income with part-time or project-based work, and by 2027, up to half of the workforce in the developed world could participate in the gig economy, based on flexible and project-oriented hiring schemes. In this context, AI does not replace human work but redefines roles and enhances key skills that will be increasingly valued, such as ethical judgment, team management, and customer service, giving rise to more hybrid, flexible, and complementary work models. Accelerated Relearning: In a context of constant transformation, continuous learning is consolidated as a strategic pillar for employability and competitiveness. In fact, 91% of professionals in the Learning and Development area agree that continuous learning is more important than ever for professional success. Updating skills has ceased to be an additional benefit to become an essential condition, both for individuals and for organizations seeking to sustain their performance in a constantly evolving labor market. Transformation Norms: Technological and cultural changes are redefining traditional work rules and straining the bond between people and organizations. This scenario forces companies to review practices, processes, and cultures, from presence models to organizational structures, to respond to new expectations of productivity, well-being, and trust. The Succession Crisis: Leadership is at a critical point globally. Only 39% of Generation X workers and 56% of Millennials aspire to occupy leadership roles, which poses an urgent challenge for the continuity and sustainability of organizations. Globally, 68% of workers indicate that trust in employers is decreasing, while 36% of frontline workers today need a second job to supplement their income. This is added to the aging of the workforce: by 2030, more than 1 in 4 workers will be over 55 years old.
