The Digital Omnibus on AI extended the EU AI Act's compliance deadline for high-risk systems, including AI used in hiring, from August 2026 to December 2027.
AI readiness isn't one thing. It's six: foundations, application, bias awareness, data judgement, output evaluation, and knowing when to keep a human in the loop. Until you screen for all six, you're screening on confidence, not capability.
Most organisations are hiring for AI readiness without any way to measure it. This piece breaks down what "AI ready" actually means, why training alone won't fix the gap, and how to assess for the underlying aptitude rather than whether a candidate can use ChatGPT.
The 2026:2 release introduces Immerse: Sova's AI-led role simulation that places candidates inside realistic, role-specific scenarios, giving you a clear read on performance before you hire."
Sova is a talent assessment platform that provides the right tools to evaluate candidates faster, fairer and more accurately than ever.
We know that diverse workforces are essential for innovation, creativity, and effective problem-solving and the evidence shows that companies committed to DE&I significantly outperform those that aren’t.
Identifying and nurturing future leaders is a critical priority for large organisations. The rise of AI and automation has transformed the employment landscape, especially at the entry level, making it imperative for companies to look beyond traditional hiring metrics.
Discover what's new in Sova's 2026:2 release. Built-in candidate feedback, WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility, assessment moderation tools, and a redesigned admin portal for faster talent assessment workflows.
Sky has won Gold at the Brandon Hall HCM Excellence Awards for Best Talent Acquisition Process, recognising their candidate assessment journey designed with Sova.
Learn how improving candidate experience with transparency and engaging assessments can boost hiring outcomes and protect your brand.
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