State of the Global Workplace: The Human Side of the AI Revolution

Gallup State of the Global Workplace (2026 Report)



The 2026 Gallup report, titled "The Human Side of the AI Revolution," reveals a sobering reality: while the technological "plumbing" for AI is ready, the human integration is failing. Despite billions in investment, global engagement has hit a five-year low, and the "manager premium" has vanished.

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