HR.com has announced the recipients of its 2026 Future of Learning Technology and Upskilling Awards, honoring organizations and solution providers that are transforming workplace learning through innovation, intelligent automation, and technology-enabled development. The awards celebrate excellence in creating learning experiences that build skills, foster employee development, and prepare organizations for the future of work.
As learning technologies continue to evolve, this year's winners are redefining learning and development by building workforce capabilities, accelerating employee growth, and driving measurable business impact through forward-thinking learning strategies and automation. The awards highlight two key categories: the Learning Tech Product Award and the Best Implementation of Learning Tech Award.
HR.com's Learning Tech Product Award was presented to Harbinger Group for AURA, an AI upskilling and readiness initiative that redefines employee development through structured, role-based learning, responsible AI adoption, and capability building. AURA fosters an AI-first culture, driving workplace impact through real-world application of learning. This recognition underscores the importance of integrating AI into learning strategies to prepare employees for evolving job demands.
HR.com's Best Implementation of Learning Tech Award was awarded to Lenovo, led by Team Leader Erika Johnson. Lenovo's Grow@Lenovo team delivered a transformational, enterprise-wide Workday Learning implementation that redefined global learning. Through strong cross-functional collaboration and a focus on adoption, the team created a seamless, future-ready learning experience that drives continuous growth and business impact. This achievement demonstrates how effective implementation can enhance learning outcomes across a large organization.
“Learning and development is helping organizations build more capable, adaptable teams,” said Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com. “This year's winners are using smarter, innovative technology to create better learning experiences that fuel employee growth and help organizations prepare for what's next.”
The significance of these awards lies in their focus on the intersection of technology and human capital development. As companies face rapid technological change, upskilling and reskilling have become critical for maintaining competitiveness. Winners like Harbinger Group and Lenovo showcase how AI-driven platforms and seamless system implementations can directly impact employee readiness and organizational agility. For HR professionals, these examples provide a blueprint for leveraging learning technologies to address skill gaps and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
For more information about the awards and a full list of winners, visit www.hr.com/awards. HR.com continues to support the HR community through resources such as the HR Research Institute studies, webcasts, and certification programs, as detailed on their website at www.HR.com.
