Korn Ferry ranks adaptability as top workforce skill for 2027

• Korn Ferry’s 2027 Talent Trends Report forecasts AI and capability gaps will reshape hiring, workforce development and deployment.
• Capability gaps will outweigh talent shortages, according to 77% of surveyed leaders; 78% say workers are unprepared for future work.
• AI agents are expected to take over routine tasks by 63%; 40% plan to maintain entry-level hiring focused on higher-value work.
• Skills-based work is expected by 65% of respondents; 66% plan heavy investment in reskilling.
• Adaptability ranks as the most sought-after skill; 65% anticipate shortages of skilled manual and technical labor.

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