Entering the Golden Age of Custom-Built Software

21 Oct 2026
Oceanside C Ballroom
Breakout Session
Every enterprise now has the tools to build its own software. What most lack is the workforce intelligence to build it well. This session maps where HR technology goes once AI coding tools meet deep, purpose-built domain data. Learn how organizations can identify the right opportunities for custom talent applications, determine what workforce data and intelligence are needed, and build solutions that are useful, scalable, and aligned to business needs. Drawing on real-world examples, this session will explore how enterprises are already building custom talent apps on live workforce data.
Speakers
Ashutosh Garg
Ashutosh Garg, Co-Founder & Chairman of the Board - Eightfold AI
Joe Korngiebel
Joe Korngiebel, CEO - Eightfold AI
Varun Kacholia
Varun Kacholia, CTO & Co-Founder - Eightfold AI

Learning Objective 1

Identify where custom-built applications can create value across HR and talent processes.

Learning Objective 2

Evaluate the workforce data, domain expertise, and governance needed to build effective custom HR applications.

Learning Objective 3

Apply practical considerations for determining when to build, buy, or customize HR technology.

Access Level

Conference Pass Exclusive