At Level 4, automation manages the majority of workflows and intelligence actively supports decision-making at scale. AI agents work alongside teams with speed, precision, and contextual awareness. This episode is part of a 6-part series exploring what mature, applied AI looks like in practice.

This episode explores Level 4: High Automation and High Intelligence. You’re likely here if AI handles most execution while humans focus on strategy, oversight, and continuous improvement.

What We Cover in This Episode: How High Automation changes operating models What High Intelligence enables beyond recommendations. The rise of agent-based workflows How skills, signals, and context drive smarter decisions Why governance and explainability become non-negotiable How organizations measure success differently at this level The cultural shift required to trust AI at scale What separates Level 4 leaders from early adopters If AI feels embedded rather than bolted on, you’re here.

In this episode of Talent Experience Live (TXL), Devin Foster sits down with Kyle Forrest, Future of HR Leader at Deloitte, to explore how artificial intelligence is redefining the role of HR. As agentic AI begins planning, orchestrating, and executing workflows, HR teams are facing a pivotal moment: remain focused on traditional operations or evolve into architects of the future workforce. The conversation explores how HR leaders can shift from supporting the business to actively shaping how work gets done across the enterprise.

The discussion also unpacks what an AI-enabled HR function looks like in practice, from AI-assisted and AI-powered work to the emerging role of HR as workforce solution architects. Kyle shares insights from their research on AI maturity in HR, the barriers organizations face when scaling AI, and how HR teams can reinvest newly freed capacity into higher-value strategic work. For HR leaders navigating rapid technological change, this episode offers practical perspective on how to rethink HR’s role and lead organizations into the next era of work.

IAMPHENOM is almost here, and this episode of Talent Experience Live sets the stage for what's ahead in Philadelphia! Building on two recent episodes — one focused on how to make the most of your conference experience and another taking listeners on a tour of the city itself — this episode brings it all together with a final look at what to expect from one of HR's most anticipated events of the year.

From navigating 100+ breakout sessions to connecting with peers tackling similar talent challenges, IAMPHENOM is designed for HR professionals who want to turn AI and automation insights into real action. Whether you're planning your agenda, scoping out customer-led presentations, or looking forward to the Rocky Run, this episode will help you arrive ready.