Sapient Insights: Skills Management 2026

Skills Management: turning insight into action

Skills adoption is accelerating: budgeted commitments have nearly doubled in just one year. But what's driving this momentum, and which systems are delivering real value?

This one-pager from the 2026 Sapient Insights HR Systems Survey reveals what 4,600+ organizations across 71 countries are experiencing with their skills technology.

In this document you'll learn:

  • Why skills management adoption is accelerating after years of hesitation
  • How organizations are using skills data for workforce planning, mobility, and compensation decisions
  • Which capabilities customers prioritize: AI-powered skill inference, internal mobility, or compensation alignment
  • What "connective tissue" between talent modules really means in practice
  • Real customer experiences with User Experience and Vendor Satisfaction ratings

Download the one-pager now to see how skills are becoming a strategic asset in 2026.