99% of executives believe AI-related layoffs will occur within the next two years

Mercer’s survey of about 12,000 people found that 99% of executives expect AI-related layoffs within the next two years.

The report says companies are accelerating restructuring and redesigning work around AI and automation.

HR functions are also changing as firms shift toward digital skills, redeployment, and new workforce models.

The findings highlight how AI adoption is moving beyond hiring and training into actual headcount reduction and organizational redesign.