outsolve insights

In the current landscape of 2026, the intersection of shifting federal policy and aggressive worksite enforcement has fundamentally redefined the stakes of I-9 compliance. OutSolve commissioned exclusive research into this topic. The Operational Impact of Intensified I-9 Enforcement report provides a critical analysis of how today’s intensified enforcement cycles create unprecedented operational and financial risks for employers across the United States. 

For decades, HR compliance followed a predictable rhythm. Federal guidance set the baseline, state laws made some adjustments, and you audited your HR processes annually. If a gap appeared, you fixed it. 

Welcome to the first of our 3-part research series titled CHRO Survival Guide: Navigating Today's Regulatory Change and Challenges. This part dives into the wave of Executive Orders issued in 2025 that are reshaping workplace compliance. We explore how sudden regulatory shifts create uncertainty, the cultural and legal risks they pose, and what actions CHROs can take to stay aligned with organizational values.