State of the Global Workplace The Human Side of the AI Revolution

2026

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1) This report provides crucial insights into the current state of global employee engagement and well-being, highlighting the impact of AI on the workplace and the critical role of managers in navigating these changes.
2) * Global employee engagement has declined for the second consecutive year, reaching its lowest level since 2020, with significant regional variations.
* AI adoption is transforming individual productivity but macro-level benefits remain elusive, with managers identified as key to successful AI integration.
* Employee well-being saw a slight improvement in 2025, but daily negative emotions remain elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels, indicating ongoing challenges.
3) State of the Global Workplace, AI, Employee Engagement, Management, Future of Work

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