A new employment survey reveals strong hiring demand for IT and digital roles, countering fears of AI replacing tech jobs.
RTE has reported on the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey which shows that IT sector hiring demand has climbed by 20% compared to the previous quarter.
Rather than reduce headcount due to automation, employers report prioritizing human skills like communication and collaboration when hiring.
Over half of tech companies view AI as having a positive impact on job opportunities versus a negative one.
The findings contradict recent tech sector layoffs and concerns of AI displacing roles. Companies still struggle to find qualified candidates to fill open tech positions.
As digital transformation accelerates across industries, demand for skilled tech workers continues rising. Employers aim to complement AI tools with uniquely human strengths.
So for job seekers with both technical abilities and soft skills like teamwork and empathy, opportunities abound despite the ominous rhetoric around AI.
Though automation will inevitably impact some tech occupations, this data signals that displaced workers with a willingness to learn new skills can still thrive in evolving digital domains.
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