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48% of technology leaders believe the impact of the skills gap is more pronounced today than it was a year ago
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New report highlights factors contributing to the skills gap, top priorities for technology leaders, and strategies for building future-ready technology teams.
Toronto, May 8, 2024 /CNW/ – Rapid change, evolving business priorities, and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) are creating significant challenges for today's technology leaders: critical skills gaps in their teams. This is according to a new report. Building a technology team with an eye on the future, from human resources solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half. More than half (52 percent) of technology leaders surveyed said there is a skills gap within their department, and 48 percent said the impact of the skills gap is greater now than it was a year ago. I feel that
Skills gap threatens business priorities
According to our research, the top priorities for technology leaders this year are:
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IT system and information security
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AI, machine learning and automation initiatives
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cloud project
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Digital transformation project
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remote/hybrid work programs and technologies;
Implementation or improvement of ERP/CRM system
With limited talent available and large gaps in technical skills, these projects are at risk and risk negatively impacting business needs. Nearly all technology leaders (92%) report challenges in retaining skilled talent, and nearly 6 in 10 (58%) say their key recruitment challenge is to support key initiatives. We predict that there will be a shortage of applicants with the necessary skill sets.
“It's important to develop a vision and people strategy to ensure that long-term business needs are met,” he said. Deborah Bottineau, managing director of technology talent solutions at Robert Half. “Companies will need thoughtful and deliberate recruitment and retention strategies to achieve their goals as the technology skills gap continues.”
AI focuses on skills gaps
The emergence of new AI capabilities is accelerating the need to address the skills gap. As shown in the report, 79% of technology leaders plan to implement initiatives related to AI this year, and 47% cited a lack of staff with AI skills as the biggest barrier to success. Masu. In fact, AI and machine learning top the list of skills where technical managers say the gap is most evident, with more than half (52%) reporting this in their department.
Depending on their role within a company, the knowledge and experience technology professionals need to use AI effectively includes:
Building a technology team with an eye on the future
To help you hire, retain, and promote talented technical teams, Robert Half recommends the following strategies:
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We support skill improvement. To prepare your employees and organization for the future, implement programs that foster innovative thinking and continuous learning, such as cross-training initiatives and specialized training workshops.
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Find and develop high-potential candidates. We focus on recruiting technology candidates who are eager to learn new skills to support business priorities, and we focus on recruiting high-potential candidates, even if they don't currently meet all of your desired criteria. Provide training.
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Adopt a scalable talent model. Hiring a mix of full-time employees, contract professionals, and consulting professionals can help you fill skill gaps quickly and efficiently, giving your team access to expert expertise, moving projects forward, and increasing agility. You will be able to maintain it.
Bottineau continued, “As the technology landscape continues to evolve, technology professionals must also ensure that their skill sets continue to grow and develop their capabilities to keep pace with rapid change. Technology leaders must ensure that their teams and their We need to provide training opportunities and initiatives to ensure business,” he added. Stay as efficient and effective as possible. ”
About research
Data for the report comes from a survey developed by Robert Half and conducted by an independent research firm in October and October. November 2023. The survey includes responses from more than 180 technology leaders at director level and above from companies with 20 or more employees. Canada.
About Robert Half
Robert Half is the world's first and largest professional talent solutions company, connecting high-skilled job seekers with opportunities at great companies. Robert Half provides contract and permanent solutions in the areas of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, management and customer support, and has more than 300 locations around the world.Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®is a global consulting firm providing internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions.Robert Half including Protiviti luck® most admired companies™. Explore our comprehensive solutions, research and insights at RobertHalf.ca.
SOURCE Robert Half Canada Inc.
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