Most Organizations Focused on Current AI Skills Rather Than Future Workforce Needs
A new report by The Conference Board reveals that most organizations are prioritizing current job roles over preparing workers for future AI-driven transformations. While many companies invest in basic AI literacy and upskilling, few address the reskilling needed as AI reshapes tasks and jobs. The research highlights a significant gap between AI adoption and formal training: 55% of employees use generative AI regularly, but only one-third have received employer-provided AI training. Nearly a third report no access to such training at all. Leaders emphasize the need for hands-on experience and managerial support beyond traditional learning methods. The study also notes that effective AI workforce development requires an enterprise-wide approach involving strategy alignment across HR, technology, legal, and business units. Organizations must integrate AI skilling into workflows and reinforce capabilities throughout employees' careers.
Topics: Artificial Intelligence Employee Training Future of Work Reskilling