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title: "L&D in 2026: The Challenges Leaders Are Facing Now"
description: Insights from 100+ L&D professionals. Explore the biggest challenges teams face in 2026 and where learning leaders are focusing next
image: https://info.5app.com/hubfs/L%26D%20Challenges.png
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# 2026 L&D Challenges

## Insights from 100+ L&D professionals

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#### [May 14, 2025 Fixing the ROI problem in learning with AI The way L&D teams are measuring learning impact in 2025 is fascinating. Discover our findings from candid interviews with 50+ learning leaders.](https://5app.com/resources/fixing-the-roi-problem-in-learning-with-ai?hsLang=en)

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#### [Jun 23, 2026 The ROI of leadership development Leadership development should be a priority. If you're struggling to measure the ROI of your leadership development programmes, AI is the answer.](https://5app.com/resources/the-roi-of-leadership-development?hsLang=en)

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#### [Jan 22, 2026 Why Helix is a game changer for learning partners Helix, 5app's AI skills intelligence platform, could be just what learning vendors and coaching providers need to take their business to the next...](https://5app.com/resources/why-helix-is-a-game-changer-for-learning-partners?hsLang=en)

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