AI, Automation & Advantage: Is Your Recruitment Tech Strategy Fit for 2026

2026 has arrived and for recruitment leaders, one thing is clear:

AI and automation are no longer experimental. They’re business-critical. Over the past year, agencies that embraced tech made real strides in performance, profitability, and positioning. But many are still stuck in “pilot mode,” unsure how to scale or where to invest next. In this fast-paced session, TRN’s James Osborne will break down how forward-thinking agencies are moving beyond hype and using AI to build smarter, faster, future-fit businesses. This isn’t about shiny tools, it’s about making the right strategic decisions to unlock efficiency, elevate your candidate and client experience, and create long-term value.

What You’ll Learn:

- Where AI and automation are delivering real, measurable impact in recruitment

- The difference between tactical tool use and tech that transforms your operating model

- How to assess your agency’s tech maturity and what “good” looks like in 2026

- What traps to avoid when choosing new platforms or scaling existing systems

This session is for you if:

- You’ve started experimenting with AI but don’t have a clear roadmap

- You’re overwhelmed by the volume of tools and unsure what really matters

- You’re ready to future-proof your agency and want to lead, not follow

Expect insights drawn from TRN’s work with hundreds of recruitment businesses including:

- How top agencies are using automation to free up consultant time

- Why your tech stack should evolve alongside your growth strategy

- What data-led, AI-enhanced recruitment actually looks like day-to-day

- Sign up now and learn how to make smarter tech decisions that drive competitive advantage in 2026 and beyond.