Dive Brief:
- Enterprises are addressing AI skills gaps through training initiatives, but a lack of clarity might hinder success, according to a Pluralsight survey published this month in partnership with Wakefield Research.
- Ninety percent of executives admit they lack a complete understanding of their teams’ AI proficiency, as revealed by the survey of 1,200 IT leaders and professionals. Moreover, three in five enterprises have yet to provide formal training opportunities for employees.
- IT workers often overestimate their AI skills, with 81% expressing confidence but only 12% having substantial hands-on experience. Relying on self-assessment for AI skills evaluation poses risks, as stated in the report.
Dive Insight:
With the advancement of enterprise AI adoption, there is a high demand for AI skills. Developing these skills can lead to higher salaries, increased job security, and a wider range of job opportunities for employees. Organizations are also looking to leverage AI skills to enhance productivity and development speed.
The AI skills gap is not limited to technical skills; workers across various business areas are increasingly embracing AI tools. More than 90% of AI adopters or those planning to integrate AI have accelerated their initiatives in the past year, as per the Pluralsight survey.
Talent gaps pose a significant obstacle for some enterprises. A quarter of surveyed organizations have no plans to deploy AI technology in the next 12 months, and 12% do not intend to increase AI budgets, indicating a lack of talent as a key reason for postponement.
