3 critical work trends shaping businesses today

29 Jun, 2025, No comments

Hey Andris,

First, you need to understand the problem; then, you can solve it. Here are 3 of the top work challenges we’re seeing in 2025—plus smart software solutions.

Trend #1: When it comes to feedback, employees are embracing bots over bosses.

The challenge: Employee perception of human bias in performance management is leading to more openness to AI-driven feedback.
The solution: Leverage AI to deliver more objective and potentially fairer feedback.

Here’s the software that can help:

Performance management software that uses AI to help with feedback, goal setting, and analysis.
Human capital management systems that offer AI-driven performance management capabilities.
Analytics and reporting tools that analyze employee performance data and identify potential biases.

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Trend #2: Organizations are defining fraud vs. fair play when it comes to AI

The challenge: Businesses are figuring out how to distinguish genuine high performers, and those whose output is heavily reliant on AI.
The solution: Develop clear guidelines for AI use, and potentially shift performance management approaches.

Here’s the software that can help:

Learning management systems to educate employees on responsible AI use for work.
Project management tools that can be used to help track project performance and employee tasks beyond AI-assisted output.
Remote Monitoring and Task Management with transparency features that give better visibility into individual contributions.

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Trend #3: Organizations are shifting focus to inclusion and belonging.

The challenge: Businesses are navigating the complexities of DEI initiatives, while focusing on the benefits of fostering inclusion and belonging for their employees.
The solution: Invest in initiatives that foster a sense of belonging.

Here’s the software that can help:

Employee engagement platforms that measure and improve employee engagement and belonging at work.
Employee Recognition platforms with features that facilitate employee connections and shared experiences.
Mentoring software to facilitate peer mentoring circles and other types of connection programs.

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Any questions? Reach out! My team is here to support you—through the rest of 2025, and beyond.