Businesses express worries over insufficient workforce possessing knowledge in AI ethics and security
In the rapidly evolving world of technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of work and society. This transformation has sparked concerns about the readiness of the workforce to adapt to these changes. To address this issue, a consortium of nine leading tech companies, including Cisco, Google, Intel, Microsoft, and SAP, have joined forces to equip over 95 million people worldwide with digital and AI skills over the next decade.
The AI Workforce Consortium, also known as the AI-Enabled ICT Workforce Consortium, aims to prepare people for the rapid changes that AI promises to bring. Francine Katsoudas, Chief People, Policy & Purpose Officer at Cisco, stated that people remain at the center as AI reshapes the world and work. Katsoudas further emphasized the consortium's commitment to building a workforce ready for the new era of growth and giving people everywhere the opportunity to learn, contribute, and benefit.
Silicon Valley has seen a 156% growth in AI jobs, and this trend is not limited to the tech hub. Cities like London, Toronto, Manchester, Lyon, and Vancouver have also experienced significant growth in AI jobs, with Manchester, Lyon, and Vancouver identified as emerging AI hubs with 70% job growth.
The consortium offers a set of resources to help individuals and organizations prepare for the AI revolution. These resources include a guide for meeting AI adoption responsibly, a database of curated courses, and an AI skills glossary. The consortium's efforts are driven by the ongoing need for "human skills" such as communication, collaboration, leadership, critical thinking, and problem solving in the rise of AI.
However, the consortium's study revealed serious skills deficits in areas like large language models, prompt engineering, generative AI, AI ethics, and AI security. Himanshu Palsule, CEO at Cornerstone, asked how to prepare people for these rapidly changing landscapes. Andre Bechtold, President of SAP Industries & Experiences, stated that security and ethics are key to the AI rollout.
The report also highlighted that seven of the ten fastest-growing IT roles are linked to AI, including AI or machine learning engineering positions, AI risk and governance specialists, and natural language processing engineers. Svenja Gudell, Chief Economist at Indeed, stated that AI is changing the DNA of jobs and redefining the job market.
The consortium found that 78% of IT job roles now require AI skills. The urgent need for targeted learning and security upskilling due to these critical shortages has been emphasized in the report. The combination of technical expertise and human strengths like collaboration and leadership will shape a brighter future, according to the report.
In conclusion, the AI Workforce Consortium is a significant step towards preparing the global workforce for the AI revolution. By equipping people with the necessary skills and resources, the consortium aims to ensure that everyone can benefit from the opportunities brought by AI while navigating the challenges that come with it.
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