Global Scans · Organizations · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEW?: Moves away from traditional, hierarchical, full-time structures towards a gig and shared economy continue apace. New models of virtual working and work anywhere, anytime for anybody are likely to grow dramatically in the coming years.

• [New] The organizations that will succeed in 2026 will recognize that the future of AI lies not in building the largest models, but in building the most accurate and most secure connections between data, users, and intelligent systems. vmblog.com
• [New] In 2026, Retrieval-Augmented Generation will move from experimental innovation to a foundational capability that reshapes how organizations operate and interact with AI. vmblog.com
• [New] By 2026, AI agents will be embedded inside business apps and capable of completing real tasks when they operate with the right permissions and controls. MEXC
• [New] Companies are placing heightened importance on identifying future-ready leaders capable of navigating technological disruption, regulatory complexity, and global competitiveness. The National Law Review
• [New] With more scale and cash, plus expectations for disciplined capital allocation, private companies aiming for M&A readiness in 2026 will need strong financials, robust governance and a long-term strategy that appeals to minority and strategic investors. Morgan Stanley
• [New] Developers belonging to its App Store Small Business or Mini Apps programmes will have their fees reduced by 3%, from 15 to 12%. Engadget
• [New] 54% of travel managers say cost is one of the top factors that led to a decline in business travel this year; 68% of travel managers expect to expand travel budgets for 2026. Meetings Today
• [New] U.S. companies could gain $14.60 for every $1 invested in business travel, marking $2.4 trillion in untapped sales revenue from business travel. Meetings Today
• [New] Compared to 2025, 42% of travel managers expect the number of employee travelers at their organization to increase in 2026. Meetings Today
• [New] By developing an intentional strategy, MIT will be well positioned to lead in, and benefit from, the coming waves of AI. MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• [New] A Palo Alto Networks analysis published in Harvard Business Review anticipates that the first lawsuits holding executives personally liable for rogue AI agent actions, as expected to materialize in 2026, will fundamentally redefine enterprise security's role. ISACA
• [New] Organizations face risks in managing sensitive supplier data, competitive pricing, and proprietary strategies, illustrated by U.S. fraud recoveries of US$ 2.92 Billion under the False Claims Act and US$ 162 Billion in improper payments across 16 federal agencies. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The remainder of 2026 will likely favor preparation, disciplined underwriting, and data-backed decision-making. The CCIM Institute
• [New] Regular evaluation will be essential to determine whether Canada's workforce initiatives are sufficient to meet the unique and labour-intensive demands of Arctic defence infrastructure. Torys LLP
• [New] Return-to-office norms have largely settled into hybrid patterns: Employers expect approximately 3.2 in-office days per week, while office occupancy in major US markets has been in the low 50% range. EY
• [New] Organizations across the world do not have a formal approach to change communication, leaving a disconnected strategy that puts employees at risk of being overwhelmed by information in the workplace. Human Resources Director
• [New] Spacetime's dynamic routing, spectrum aware resource management, and link prediction will be integrated with the Lightspeed system design to enhance end to end service delivery on the global network. Space War
• [New] In the next chapter of Medicare Advantage, successful health plans will balance competitive positioning with financial discipline and ultimately transform the line of business to ensure sustainability. Healthcare Advisory Services and Analytics | Healthscap
• [New] Only 25% of organizations report having a fully mature insider risk program with defined metrics and executive oversight (Ponemon Institute). Swif.ai
• [New] Drone technology is poised for remarkable advancements across multiple domains, with the potential to significantly improve quality of life worldwide. EurekAlert!
• [New] Businesses targeting New York consumers should expect increased scrutiny and a clear expectation that their digital platforms are accessible. AllAccessible
• [New] To stay competitive, news organizations plan to push journalists to act more like creators, invest in YouTube and AI platforms, and explore partnerships with influencers. Deutsche Welle
• [New] By 2030, the workforce will be a fluid mesh of human creativity and digital intelligence, governed by standards like MCP and secured by SPIFFE identities. MEXC

Last updated: 16 March 2026