Strategic Opportunities and Challenges AI Brings to RPOs in 2026 and Beyond

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the recruitment process outsourcing landscape, and 2026 is poised to be a pivotal year. In this session, industry researcher and educator Zachary Chertok will explore the next wave of AI’s influence on RPO strategy, operations, pricing, and client value delivery.

Building on conversations initiated at RPOAcon, this program provides a fresh, expanded view of AI’s impact—moving beyond what has already been discussed to highlight new developments, deeper use cases, and timely insights drawn from IDC’s latest research.

Participants will gain clarity on how AI is changing competitive dynamics, where true value lies in AI-enabled RPO models, and what adoption strategies and metrics are emerging as differentiators for high-performing providers.

What We’ll Cover

• A refreshed, high-level view of AI for RPOs—including market signals and implications for 2026 and beyond

• New and evolving AI use cases and how they influence value delivery

• Opportunities for RPOs in both market positioning and pricing-model innovation

• Key adoption strategies and common challenges surfaced in recent IDC surveys

• Essential metrics, proof-of-concept frameworks, and evaluative models for AI deployment

• Strategic closing questions designed to spark reflection and shape ongoing dialogue

This session is part of the RPOA’s iCoCo Technology & Innovation Forum, which supports RPO leaders in navigating emerging technology with confidence and clarity.

Reserve your spot and join the discussion:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/S1st58F4SmOU_mMO3Q0p5A