Deloitte: Manufacturers could use AI to address workforce shortages
· Source: thescxchange.com
In short
A study from Deloitte and the Manufacturing Institute finds that artificial intelligence could help manufacturers tackle persistent workforce shortages by expanding the pool of qualified applicants, reimagining workflows, and supplementing on-the-job training. The analysis identifies nearly 2 million technicians in adjacent industries whose transferable skills could help fill roughly half a million open manufacturing technician roles. By digitizing technical knowledge, AI could bridge skills gaps and free experienced workers for higher-value tasks.
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Tags: manufacturing, workforce, training, automation, skills