New Delhi.
According to the ‘Future of Jobs Report 2025’ published by the World Economic Forum (WEF), Indian employers are far ahead in adopting key technologies. It is preparing to leave behind global rivals in this field. 35 percent of employers are expecting to adopt semiconductor and computing technologies, while 21 percent of employers are expecting quantum and encryption to shift operations.
The report, released ahead of the WEF annual meeting to be held in Davos on January 20-25, said 35 per cent of employers in India think the adoption of semiconductor and computing technologies will transform their operations, compared to 20 per cent globally. Will come. At the same time, 21 percent of Indian employers think that the adoption of quantum and encryption technologies will also change their operations, compared to 12 percent globally.
“India’s fastest growing job roles include big data specialists, AI-machine learning specialists and security management specialists,” the report said. Which is related to the global trend.” 67 percent of companies operating in India are also expected to tap into the diverse talent pool and adopt skill-based hiring by removing degree requirements.
The report said that there has been a surge in demand for AI skills globally, with India and the US at the forefront. In the US, demand is primarily driven by individual users, while in India, corporate sponsorship plays an important role in promoting GenAI training.
The report also highlighted that increased digital access, geopolitical tensions and climate mitigation efforts will be the primary trends that will shape the jobs of the future by 2030. The report brings together the perspectives of more than 1,000 companies, which collectively employ more than 14 million workers globally.
