May 2025
Solving the IT/OT skills shortage starts with better training
“The most important skill professionals can develop today is learning to leverage technology to transform their work,” advises Jan-Henrik Svensson, CEO of Beamex.
As businesses break down the silos between information technology and operational technology, the need for professionals who can bridge these disciplines grows ever more critical. Yet, there is a growing gap between the skills demanded by IT/OT convergence and the education provided by traditional academic curricula.
Professionals must equip themselves with hybrid skill sets that include technological fluency, cybersecurity awareness, and data analytics. This skills shortage threatens to slow digital transformation across industries.
“Waiting for academic institutions to catch up is not an option,” stresses Svensson. “Professionals and organizations must invest in proactive training and strategic upskilling initiatives to ensure they remain competitive.”
Read his analysis of how the current critical skills shortage in IT/OT must become an opportunity to rethink training.
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