Overcome upskilling challenges with a continuous learning culture
Tech upskilling isn’t about filling gaps reactively. It’s about keeping them closed for good—and continuous learning is the solution. Download the full report to get actionable guidance on how to:
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Build technical skills and create long-term value with upskilling
Here’s the good news:
Cybersecurity and cloud top list of skills gaps
Cybersecurity and cloud computing have remained the two biggest gaps since 2021, with software development rounding out the top three. We’ve already seen major consequences from technical skills gaps, at technologists’ expense:
78% of organizations have improved their skills gaps since last year
But in a changing landscape, most organizations still struggle to engage employees and drive long-term value with their tech skill development programs. And only 33% of executives completely understand the skills their IT teams need. As headcounts dwindle and new challenges emerge, how can organizations keep up and make the most of new technologies? Pluralsight’s 2024 Technical Skills Report uncovers the insights you need to unlock ROI with the tech talent you already have.
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96% say those gaps have increased their workload.
Organizations need a way to close the gap without overworking their people—or they risk falling behind emerging tech.
Filling the gap: Hiring vs. upskilling for IT skills
Some organizations think of hiring as a quick fix. But internal employee training tends to be more cost-effective and more efficient:
99% of organizations have benefited from upskilling, with many seeing increased productivity, employee retention, and flexibility. More than half of organizations spend only $5,000 per employee on upskilling (less than a quarter of the average hiring cost).
Understand your technical skills gaps Match training program incentives to employee motivators Build structured learning time into your team’s day-to-day operations Track employee training success (hint: it’s about more than measuring engagement)
It’s time to start closing your tech skills gap for the long term—and learn how to turn your tech upskilling into a culture of learning that keeps on giving. Download the report for all the details.
2024
Close technology skills gaps. Create a culture of learning.
