HR.com has announced the recipients of its 2026 Future of Learning Technology and Upskilling Awards, honoring organizations and solution providers that are reshaping 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 categories: the Learning Tech Product Award and the Best Implementation of Learning Tech Award.
Harbinger Group received the Learning Tech Product Award for its AURA initiative. AURA is an AI upskilling and readiness program that redefines employee development through structured, role-based learning, responsible AI adoption, and capability building. It fosters an AI-first culture, driving workplace impact through real-world application of learning.
Lenovo was honored with the Best Implementation of Learning Tech Award. The Grow@Lenovo team, led by Team Leader Erika Johnson, delivered a transformational, enterprise-wide Workday Learning implementation that redefined global learning. Through strong cross-functional collaboration and a focus on adoption, they created a seamless future-ready learning experience that drives continuous growth and business impact.
“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 full list of winners and more information about the awards can be viewed at www.hr.com/awards. HR.com, the largest network of HR professionals, is committed to helping HR professionals advance and build meaningful careers and find optimal solutions to enhance job performance. Over 2 million HR professionals rely on HR.com for career development, networking, and compliance. Offerings include leading-edge HR Research Institute industry studies, innovative professional education with webcasts and virtual courses, HR exam prep programs, in-person conferences, and legal compliance updates. Visit www.HR.com to maximize potential.
The recognition underscores the importance of leveraging technology to create impactful learning experiences that not only develop skills but also drive business outcomes. As organizations navigate rapid changes in the workforce, these award-winning initiatives serve as benchmarks for effective learning strategies that integrate AI and automation to enhance employee capabilities and organizational readiness.
