AI won’t take your job, but someone more skilled might
Be Flexible and open To Learning To Keep Up With Tech Advances
Buckle up, India. The impending global downturn may have sent shock waves across the tech industry worldwide, but here’s the silver lining — skilled tech professionals in India are about to ride the next big wave of opportunity. Brace yourselves for Industry 5.0 and the technological revolution that promises a brighter future despite the ominous predictions of 800 million jobs lost to automation by 2030.
The stark reality of impending job losses is alarming, but let’s not drown in despair. Instead, let’s focus on the untapped reservoir of opportunities that await those who are ready to ride the tech tsunami. The demand-supply gap is set to explode by 3.5 times by 2026, creating a veritable fountainhead of employment possibilities for those with the right skills and foresight.
Cloud, data-driven AI, and cybersecurity:
In this techcentric future, change isn’t just constant — it’s revolutionary. The future of work in tech hinges on navigating the realms of cloud, data, and cybersecurity. Cloud, the harbinger of a new revolution, is not just scalable and economical but a goldmine for job opportunities. Positions like cloud architects, cloud engineers, and DevOps administrators are just the tip of the iceberg.
AI, the digital catalyst for future growth:
The 21st century is leaving breadcrumbs of human activity in the form of data, and AI is set to feast on it. With the global AI market estimated at a staggering $136 billion in 2022 and projected to grow at a jaw-dropping 37% from 2023-30, India is anticipated to be the third-largest contributor to the global AI talent pool.
Cybersecurity:
As our world becomes fully digitised, the need for cybersecurity is not a luxury but a necessity. Imagine being the guardian of networks, cloud systems, and endpoints —that’s the future of cybersecurity. The seven pillars of cybersecurity — network, cloud, endpoint, mobile, IoT, application, and zero trust — are creating an army of digital warriors. The way the future looks, India Inc. needs an army skilled in cybersecurity to shield against attacks in a fast-expanding digital universe. While the future employment opportunities around these three cohorts are looming large, actual employability data of our youth around these skills paints a grim picture. But the solution is crystal clear — apprenticeships. While adoption of apprenticeship has picked across many industries in India, the technology industry has been tad slow in its adoption. With less than 50% of Indian youth deemed employable, it’s time for tech-driven companies and individuals to unite.
Continuous Learning:
Flexibility and dexterity will be the currency of the new digital economy. Hire apprentices, create a talent pool, and be on the right side of the tech revolution. Learnability is the new black — tenure and experience are relics of the past. In the words of Steve Jobs, “Technology is nothing. What’s important is that you have faith in people.” Equip them with tools and watch them perform wonders in this digital wonderland. India, ready or not, the fresh tech wave is around the corner — surf it or get left behind.
