HR.com, the largest network of HR professionals, has announced the recipients of its 2026 Future of Learning Technology and Upskilling Awards. The awards celebrate organizations and solution providers that are transforming workplace learning through innovation, intelligent automation, and technology-enabled development. According to HR.com, these awards recognize 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.
The Learning Tech Product Award was presented to Harbinger Group for its AURA platform. AURA is described as an AI upskilling and readiness initiative that redefines employee development through structured, role-based learning, responsible AI adoption, and capability building. The initiative fosters an AI-first culture, driving workplace impact through real-world application of learning.
The Best Implementation of Learning Tech Award was given to Lenovo, with team leader Erika Johnson recognized for her leadership. 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.
“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 awards underscore the growing importance of learning technology in the workplace. For HR professionals, the implications are significant: leveraging such technologies can lead to more effective upskilling, improved employee retention, and a stronger competitive position. Organizations that fail to adopt innovative learning solutions may risk falling behind in talent development and workforce readiness.
For more information on the awards and a full list of winners, visit HR.com Awards. Additional details about HR.com and its resources can be found at HR.com.
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