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Overview
A clear look at how technology is transforming workforce management in 2026
Workforce Management (WFM) changed significantly in 2025. Contact centers accelerated their use of AI-powered forecasting and scheduling, shifted more workloads to cloud-based WFM platforms, and relied on API-first integrations to break down legacy data silos.
At the same time, growing scrutiny around data privacy and compliance drove organizations to adopt responsible AI practices that protect both employees and operations.
This report highlights the technologies shaping the new era of WFM—from agentic AI and real-time data to hybrid cloud strategy and unified workload orchestration across contact center, digital, and back-office teams.
Highlights
How AI is improving forecasting, scheduling, and intraday management
Discover how AI and machine learning reduce manual effort, increase accuracy, and support more proactive decision-making.
Why cloud and API-driven WFM platforms are replacing disconnected tools
See how cloud architecture, open APIs, and unified data access create more scalable, flexible, and integrated operations.
What responsible AI requires in a contact center environment
Learn why AI isn't just a technology choice—it's an operational responsibility.
Build a modern, future-ready workforce strategy
Download the report to explore the technology shifts that will define 2026 — and learn how AI, cloud, unified data, and responsible AI will shape the next generation of workforce management.