CPO Research Results 2025

This research, conducted at our CPO Retreat, provides a fascinating insight into the challenges and priorities for Chief People Officers (CPOs) this year.

Key findings from Criticaleye's CPO Research:

Technology integration is the biggest challenge facing organisations over the next twelve months
41 percent of CPOs say commercial & financial acumen will be most critical for future CPO success
Operating at the right pace for transformation presents the biggest opportunity for CPOs to make an impact as changemakers
Shaping organisational culture and trust has become a top priority for CPOs
46 percent of Boards have increased expectations for CPOs to maximise workforce productivity and performance
37 percent of CPOs identify skill gaps and workforce readiness as the biggest risk to their workforce

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