In a world rapidly transformed by AI and digital innovation, staying ahead demands adaptability and continuous learning. A 2024 Gallup poll found that nearly 25% of workers worry that their jobs can become obsolete because of AI, up from 15% in 2021. In the same study, over 70% of chief human resources officers (CHRO) predicted AI would replace jobs within the next 3 years.

Open-source technology is at the forefront of this revolution, driving innovation and collaboration. However, organisations often face challenges in equipping their workforce with the right skills to harness these advancements.

This highlights the growing skills gap in open-source technologies and AI-driven working environments which needs to be addressed. If this is not addressed well, it will be difficult to align workforce capabilities with emerging industry demands in organisation in the future.

In this session, tech leaders and experts from Red Hat will share current workforce development programs and the value of micro-certification. Participants will also be exposed to practical methods to unlock the potential of their workforce and prepare for a future where AI and open-source shape the way we work and innovate.

Key Takeaways:

Understand why open-source technologies are critical in driving innovation and collaboration in the AI-driven era.
Recognise the urgency of continuous learning to bridge the skills gap and future-proof the workforce.
Explore strategies to establish a culture of continuous upskilling, ensuring sustained technical and organisational growth.
Practical methods to unlock the potential of your workforce and prepare for a future where AI and open-source shape the way we work and innovate.

Future-Ready Workforce: Upskilling in the Age of AI and Open-Source​

Dr. Aziyati Yusoff

Jan Tan

Future-Ready Workforce: Upskilling in the Age of AI and Open-Source