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The 2025 midyear HR checkup: Layoffs, DEI pivots and a ‘tricky’ AI future

Ryan Golden August 28, 2025 1 min read
Construction Dive
The 2025 midyear HR checkup: Layoffs, DEI pivots and a ‘tricky’ AI future
AI Article Summary

The article discusses the challenges faced by HR teams as companies reduce investments in people initiatives. This situation creates an uncomfortable environment for HR professionals amid ongoing layoffs and strategic pivots in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Additionally, the increasing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) presents a complex future for these professionals, requiring careful navigation.