Executive Space

In our daily professional activity as experts in the evaluation of professional competencies, we detect a common confusion in many Human Resources departments: the overlapping of concepts between the evaluation of managerial performance and the evaluation ofsoft skills.

The recruitment and human capital management landscape for the year 2026 does not present itself as a mere linear evolution of the digital trends initiated in the previous decade. We are facing a tectonic tipping point where three macro-structural forces converge: the operational maturity of "agentic" Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Western demographic crisis - with particular virulence in Southern Europe - and an unprecedented regulatory tsunami led by the European Union.

We are living in an era of unprecedented change. The reconfiguration of the global landscape, marked by geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, and constant transformations, places business leadership at the center of the stage. Operational management is no longer enough; visionary and adaptable leadership is required to guide organizations through uncertainty and prepare them for long-term success.

What management competencies are crucial for navigating this complexity? How can leaders train their teams and companies to overcome these challenges?

When a company turns to an interim manager, it usually does so with a clear objective: to tackle a specific business challenge within a defined timeframe. Whether it's to lead a transformation, face a crisis, temporarily replace a key figure, or launch a new line of business, the success of the mission depends not only on the skills of the interim manager but also on the context in which they will operate. And within that context, the team they will lead is a decisive factor for interim management.

Talent management decisions cannot be based on intuition. Training, team development, internal promotions, and cultural alignment with the company are essential for organizational growth. Without proper competency mapping, these efforts may be ineffective. In this article, we explore its importance, the benefits of proper implementation, and the risks of overlooking it.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing talent management, strategic decision-making, and business efficiency. However, its implementation must align with ethical and responsible principles. That’s why at Servitalent, we have joined the Commitment to Safe and Responsible AI in the Workplace, an initiative led by AEDIPE (Spanish Association for People Management and Development), supported by organizations such as the OECD, G7, and ILO.

The emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence startup, has sparked a true revolution in the global tech market. Its disruptive and highly efficient model is challenging well-established companies, proving that even the most stable industries are not immune to unexpected change. But this phenomenon is not exclusive to technology—any market can be vulnerable to disruption.

For business leaders, the key question is: how can we navigate this shift, and what competencies are essential to thrive in this new environment?

In the field of human resources, increasingly and thanks to the evolution of technology, behavioral assessment tools are essential for better understanding work dynamics and optimizing organizational performance. Two of the most popular tools in Spain in this area are DISC and PDA (Personal Development Analysis), each with distinct features and applications.