Upskilling the UK AI Workforce in the age of AI

Upskilling the UK AI Workforce in the Age of AI

UK businesses must build AI-literate workforces to stay competitive and meet EU AI Act compliance requirements.

By Ayesha Gulley, Holistic AI

Introduction

As AI technologies integrate into decision-making processes and workflows, businesses face a critical need to upskill their workforce.

EU AI Act Compliance

As of February 2, 2025, the AI literacy requirements under Article 4 of the EU AI Act are applicable, requiring businesses to ensure they have measures for effective AI literacy.

Artificial Intelligence is fundamentally reshaping how organisations operate, creating unprecedented opportunities while introducing complex challenges that demand immediate attention.
Future Jobs Report

The World Economic Forum’s Future Jobs report predicts that 40% of employers anticipate workforce reductions by 2030 as AI automates routine tasks.

Author's summary: Upskilling UK AI workforce is crucial.

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