Why the old playbook no longer works; insights from The Global Talent Strategy & Intelligence Conference

Author: Nétive VMS

The labour market is undergoing rapid change. During The Global Talent Strategy & Intelligence Conference in Amsterdam, it became clear that old approaches are no longer sufficient. Our CCO Eric Noorlander and his team were there to gain and share insights. In this blog, you can read our key takeaways about AI, Talent Intelligence and the future of workforce management.

For an impression of the conference, you can view the photos via this link.

A world of work in transition

The central message of the conference was clear: AI is already influencing how work is organised and carried out. Jobs are shifting, disappearing and being created anew. Organisations face a double challenge: keeping control of costs, risks and talent flows while at the same time keeping an eye on their social responsibility towards employees and society.

Talent Intelligence as a driving force

Talent Intelligence is rapidly becoming the core of workforce strategy. It is no longer just about compliance and cost control, but about combining data, AI and insights with existing VMS solutions.

During the roundtable discussions, the question was often asked: how do you ensure that your systems are ready for this new reality? Should you expand, replace or integrate? One thing is clear: the role of a VMS is evolving into a pivotal function in the future of workforce management.

The role of ATS and VMS is changing

An important topic of discussion was the future of the traditional ATS. With CVs and application data increasingly becoming fully digital and searchable for AI, the added value of a classic ATS is coming under pressure.

The discussions made it clear that the dividing line between ATS and VMS is blurring. The market is moving towards integrated platforms that look beyond recruitment or hiring alone. Systems that support and connect the entire workforce, from people to AI.

Balancing technology and humanity

In addition to technology, there was a strong emphasis on the human side of change. Innovations are emerging at a rapid pace, but well-being, development and meaning remain crucial.

How do employees experience these changes? What new HR roles are emerging to bridge the gap between technology and people? These are questions that are becoming increasingly urgent as AI and data play a greater role.

A new change playbook

The Global Talent Intelligence Conference made one thing clear: the old change playbook is no longer sufficient. Leaders must learn to navigate a hybrid world where human inspiration and data-driven precision converge.

For Nétive VMS, this confirms our course: building a future in which organisations retain control, insight and humanity, supported by technology that is ready for tomorrow.

Let’s talk

The conference provided valuable insights, but this is only the beginning. Would you like to discuss the future of workforce management and the role of AI, Talent Intelligence and VMS in this further? Feel free to contact our team. We would be happy to talk to you.