Skills Gap in the Future Workforce

A fantastic report from Accenture published as both a summary (slide deck) and full report (30 minute read)

• Our ground-breaking economic modelling uncovers how intelligent technologies will reshape the demand for tasks, skills and jobs.
• Today’s education and training systems are not keeping up with the current demand for skills, let alone tomorrow’s new demands.
• New approaches to learning are needed if businesses are to achieve the growth promised by intelligent technologies.
• We suggest three remedies: Speed up experiential learning techniques, broaden individuals’ blend of skills, and ensure inclusive access to tomorrow’s skilling solutions.