At the Cultivate Talent Summit hosted by Eightfold AI, HR leaders discussed the role of agentic AI in talent strategy and transformation.Agentic AI systems can make decisions independently to achieve goals, with PwC projecting a significant economic contribution by 2030.Eightfold's AI Interviewer Agent streamlines candidate evaluation, addressing challenges in the recruitment process.Adopting agentic AI in recruiting reduces bias, enhances scalability, and ensures consistent candidate experiences.Organizations must actively shape AI transformation to remain agile and address workforce dynamics effectively.Melissa Keiser of Bristol Myers Squibb emphasized using AI for long-term career growth and immediate problem-solving.Eightfold introduced the Digital Twin to capture and enhance employee contributions and expertise through integrated platforms.The focus on implementing agentic AI goes beyond productivity to enhance human experiences and foster responsible AI adoption.Companies are rapidly deploying AI agents, with KPMG reporting an increase in testing and Deloitte predicting a significant rise in adoption.While financial benefits are a driving force, the true value of agentic AI lies in reclaiming time and prioritizing meaningful moments.