Observed Signal · Oct 1, 2018 · Study / Survey · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Lifelong Learning Demands Employer Training Investments
The article discusses how rapid automation is reshaping the job market and the need for ongoing employee training. A World Economic Forum study projects that up to 75 million jobs could be automated by 2025, underscoring the urgency for employers to invest in retraining. Germany is portrayed as lagging behind peers in adapting to these shifts. The Trendmonitor Weiterbildung 2018 is cited to emphasize the growing importance of lifelong learning and the rising adoption of blended learning, which combines face-to-face instruction with e-learning. The piece notes that much training today focuses on onboarding and productivity, while employees also seek to expand skills for the labor market and personal growth. Deutsche Post is used as an example where leadership has not yet aligned planning with future challenges. The article advocates stronger collaboration between companies and universities to expand blended programs and align offerings with digital transformation.
Discusses automation impact and need for employer-led retraining; relevant to AdTech workforce development.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- World Economic Forum study projects up to 75 million jobs automated by 2025.
- Trendmonitor Weiterbildung 2018 highlights increasing importance of lifelong learning.
- Only 30% of surveyed companies use learning platforms (LMS) to support training.
- Anne Walther, HR Manager at Deutsche Post, states HR planning does not yet adequately address future challenges.
- Blended Learning and stronger collaboration between universities and industry are seen as key to digital transformation.
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