A Debate about Reimagining Workforce Learning in an Era of Disruption

Catalyst Center for Work Innovation: The Debate · Jul 1, 2026 · 26m

This research examines the necessary shift from organization-centered training to person-centered learning in response to a volatile modern workforce. It identifies five primary drivers of disruption: technological acceleration, demographic aging, climate change displacement, precarious work arrangements, and the rise of remote environments. The research argues that traditional models fail to support marginalized populations, such as gig workers and migrants, who lack access to formal corporate resources. Consequently, the research advocates for integrated frameworks that prioritize…