The Paradox of AI in HR Strategy: Efficiency, Empathy, and the Human Factor

Move beyond the “robots replacing us” anxiety. This article reveals why CHROs believe soft skills may surprisingly be automated faster than hard ones and why history suggests AI won’t empty the HR department. Discover practical strategies for balancing efficiency with the irreplaceable human factor
The Strategic Shift from Well-Being to Corporate Health: A Conversation with Dr. Bernhard Kaumanns

In the current era of relentless disruption and tightening budgets, few topics demand our attention in the boardroom as urgently as employee health. Dr. Bernhard Kaumanns, a physician, executive and strategic advisor, emphasizes that the conversation must extend beyond step counters and mindfulness apps. Speaking with us at the HR World Summit 2025 in Lisbon, Kaumanns presents a compelling case for a new paradigm: one that redefines employee well-being as corporate health—a core business strategy, not just a perk.