Skills shortage stories - Page 2

Nearly half of UK business leaders view themselves as AI experts, yet 22% cite a skills gap as a key hurdle, hindering wider AI adoption in the workplace.

The Chief People Officer role is evolving from HR lead to strategic partner, blending people, technology, and business to drive growth and innovation.

UK cyber leaders criticise Budget for lacking dedicated cybersecurity funding, risking economic growth and resilience amid rising cyber threats.

The UK Budget’s frozen income tax thresholds and push for AI in public services are driving cautious consumer spending and a rapid digital shift in retail and government.

Small businesses in the UK and Ireland face confusion and lack confidence in adopting AI, citing skills gaps and need for clearer guidance, research reveals.

Australians with PMP certification earn a median salary 11% higher, reaching around AUD $186,000 with over five years’ experience in project management.

Kyndryl launches AI-driven services to enhance automation and decision-making in IBM Z mainframe systems for finance, telecoms, and healthcare.

The UK’s industrial resilience hinges on cyber security and STEM skills to secure critical infrastructure and safeguard national sovereignty amid digital threats.

Most finance and IT leaders in Australia and New Zealand see automation as crucial for successful AI, citing governance and data issues as key barriers otherwise.

Australian boards prioritise AI adoption but face gaps in oversight and expertise, with only 13% having directors skilled in AI amid rising cybersecurity concerns.

UK and Ireland firms prioritise cybersecurity, AI adoption, and sustainable IT strategies as they gear up for evolving digital workplaces in 2024.

Australian organisations are reassessing cloud strategies amid rising costs and AI demands, balancing public cloud, private servers, and data sovereignty concerns.

Dropbox partners with Leader to launch AI-powered Dash in Australia, aiming to boost partner skills and drive real productivity gains across business teams.

UK tech consultancies face a hidden workforce crisis as thousands of skilled consultants remain underused, impacting margins and national productivity ahead of the Autumn Budget.

Telecom firms face rising risks in AI trust, cybersecurity, talent shortages and geopolitical shifts, challenging their digital transformation and customer confidence.

In 2026, AI underwriters boost insurance efficiency but human expertise remains crucial to ensure safety, accountability and nuanced decision-making.

Kintone's sales rose 36% to USD $65.8 million in H1 2025, boosted by AI-driven tools and rising adoption in Japan and Southeast Asia.

Three-quarters of US firms faced fines for data breaches or compliance failures last year, amid rising regulatory demands and a growing skills shortage.

A study shows 87% of New Zealand firms face AI-driven job changes, with entry-level hiring slowing and a growing focus on reskilling and AI training.

Pibit.AI has raised USD $7 million to expand its AI-driven underwriting platform, boosting automation and speeding up insurance risk assessments.