AI Isn’t Shrinking the Contingent Workforce. It May Be Growing It.
Despite widespread fears that AI will eliminate jobs, new research from Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) suggests it may do the opposite and boost demand for contingent workers. What the Data Shows In SIA’s North American Staffing Executive Outlook 2026, a survey of more than 300 staffing executives, 29% expect AI to increase demand for contingent talent. Just 16% expect a...