The world of work keeps changing. We help Europe understand where it’s heading next.
The SD Worx Research Institute brings together research, operational expertise, and European insights to explore the realities shaping workforce trends across Europe. From AI adoption to workforce regulations, we turn complexity into practical intelligence organisations can actually use.
Who we are
The SD Worx Research Institute is a research entity focused on HR, payroll and the future of work in Europe. Our mission is to guide organisations to make informed decisions with confidence.
Through quantitative research and expert collaboration, we deliver data-driven insights grounded in real operational experience.
Our experts
Our methodology
At the SD Worx Research Institute, we combine desk research, expert insight, and quantitative studies with HR leaders and employees, supported by external partners, to generate robust insights into the world of work.
We maintain structural partnerships with leading academic institutions, such as Antwerp Management School (AMS) and the University of Antwerp. We also actively participate in project-based research initiatives, such as SEISMEC, working together with external experts and international partners.
Strong research also depends on independence, which is why the SD Worx Research Institute operates with research-led autonomy that sits separately from commercial activity.
This ensures our work remains objective and credible, allowing us to be trusted by organisations making decisions that affect people and performance.
Latest content
HR & Payroll Pulse 2026: A Reality Check for Europe
This year’s HR & Payroll Pulse report takes a closer look at the pressure points shaping work across Europe.
HR Trends 2026: Focus on the Moment
The 2026 HR Trends report looks at how the role of HR is shifting and how to adapt.
HR & Payroll Pulse 2025: At Work with Europe
The HR & Payroll Pulse 2025 report looks at Europe in transition to advice organisations on where to act.
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