Scale Ireland Report Highlights Skill Demands Challenges
Scale Ireland has released a report on the challenges Ireland faces in meeting current and future skill demands.
The report, "Future proofing Talent Supply in the Irish ICT Start-up and Scaling Sector", was created by labour market experts David Collings and Dr Shirley Kavanagh.
Ireland is facing considerable challenges in meeting both the current and the future skill needs of the indigenous IT sector.
- The report highlights the challenges Ireland is facing in meeting current demands.
- The potential impact on future hiring in critical sectors is also noted.
Despite performing "creditably in international skills comparisons surveys", Ireland needs to prioritise current and future skill needs.
Authors of the report are David Collings, a professor of sustainable business at Trinity Business School, and Dr Shirley Kavanagh, an executive adviser and consultant.
Author's summary: Ireland faces challenges in meeting current and future skill demands in the IT sector.