Workday report shows demand for basic AI skills falls 25% in 2026

By Public Technologies
  • Workday’s October 2026 Global Workforce Report flagged AI-driven job redesign, with 40% of leaders targeting higher productivity from current staff.
  • Only 28% of leaders expect AI to reduce headcount, pointing to reskilling needs rather than broad workforce cuts.
  • Job-posting data showed demand for basic AI skills fell 25% from a January peak, while build-focused AI skills rose 51%.
  • Internal mobility weakened, with 57% of employers reporting fewer internal moves; promotion rates stayed broadly flat.
  • Hiring competition intensified, with median applicants per filled role rising to 69 from 58, while time-to-fill held near 60 days.


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