The HR Playbook for 2026: 9 HR Trends
Explore 9 game-changing HR trends for 2026, and see how better processes and tools can help you turn insight into impact.
We share what actually works in HR — no buzzwords, just insights that matter for growing companies.
Explore 9 game-changing HR trends for 2026, and see how better processes and tools can help you turn insight into impact.

Working with several dozen of the largest companies in the Polish market, I can confidently say that 2025 is the time when technology in HR has ceased to be merely an add-on – it has become a key tool for building competitive advantage.
When was the last time you made a promotion decision — and was it based on data or intuition? If you hesitated, it’s a sign your company needs more than occasional performance conversations.
The job market is changing faster than ever. Recruiters review dozens, sometimes hundreds, of applications daily. It's easy to miss the ideal candidate in a flood of information, especially when processes are repetitive and time-consuming. Fortunately, artificial intelligence is increasingly entering the HR world, and it seems like it's here to stay. Microsoft Word with Copilot is a combination that supports recruiters in their work.
What are the benefits of integrating a vacation tracker with Slack, and how do you integrate leave management software with this app? Read on!
Leave management HR software is great when it comes to managing risks and avoiding costs – so they are great when stopping bad things from happening.
Looking for team bulding activities and games? With these 19 team building exercises for remote teams, the challenge can be tackled easily.
Let’s go through the 3 main HR management trends that will shape your work as an HR Manager in 2026!
Recently, our human resource management software has undergone many wonderful changes that have significantly improved its operation.
If you want to streamline HR processes and grow efficiently, choosing the right Absence Management Software will be a crucial decision. Implementing the right leave management system can simplify your HR tasks, improve overall efficiency, and ensure you comply with legal requirements. This guide will provide you with a helpful checklist to choose the best absence software, highlighting essential features and considerations.
HR system implementation doesn’t have to be complex. Learn how to plan, roll out, and adopt an HRIS smoothly, with practical steps for SMBs.
Learn how to write out-of-office messages your team will actually read, plan effective handovers, protect time off, and support healthier work with Calamari.
What is job sharing & how do you manage it? Explore real examples, pros and cons, and practical tips for small and growing businesses.
Explore 9 game-changing HR trends for 2026, and see how better processes and tools can help you turn insight into impact.
Learn how employee satisfaction surveys and practical HR tools help small businesses improve engagement, retention, and daily work experience.
Employee tenure explained: average job tenure, length of employment, and why tracking tenure helps HR and leadership make better workforce decisions.
What is attrition rate in HR and how to calculate attrition rate? Learn attrition rate meaning, formula, benchmarks and how HR teams use it in practice.
Looking for construction time and attendance software that works smoothly across multiple job sites? Discover how Calamari helps construction teams.
Geofencing helps teams track attendance with accurate, location-based automation. Learn how it works and who benefits most.
Explore the top HR skills for 2026 and learn how to build data, AI, communication, and automation capabilities to stay effective in a tech-driven HR world.
Learn how to improve remote work culture in 2026 and empower your team with flexible schedules, open communication, and Calamari tools.
Learn how to fairly choose your Employee of the Year using Calamari – data-driven tools for transparent, motivating recognition in blue-collar teams.
Improve digital employee experience (DEX) with simple tools, self-service workflows, and data-driven ideas that make daily work smoother.
Benefits have become dealbreakers. Learn what employees expect in 2026: health, flexibility, inclusivity, financial wellness, and seamless HR tools.
Gemini or ChatGPT? Discover how HR teams use AI to write job ads, screen candidates, and onboard faster – with Calamari powering data insights.
The 4 day work week is here. Discover global case studies, key benefits and risks, plus tips on how to prepare and measure your own pilot.
How can leaders effectively manage distributed teams, overcome time zone and communication challenges, and build trust with the right tools and strategies?
What’s the difference between upskilling and reskilling, and how can HR use both to prepare employees for the future of work?

In the Timesheet details report you will now find everything you need to analyze work data – we have added: the day description, working hours, and break times.
Approaching the office or a work zone? Now the app will register your Clock In automatically. Leaving? The system will end the work for you. No clicking, no forgetting.
You can now control what happens when someone chooses a substitute who is on leave when submitting a leave request.
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