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When Software Can't Replace Judgment: New Research Validates Human Expertise in Global Employment
Remote-First Company/SAN FRANCISCO, February 24, 2026--Automation alone cannot solve the complexity of global hiring, according to new research from Everest Group released today by Oyster®. The whitepaper, "Evolving Employer of Record (EOR): From Tactical Enabler to Strategic Workforce Partner," finds that organizations need integrated human expertise alongside technology to manage compliance, employee experience, and workforce strategy effectively. The research coincides with the company's laun
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