Tech Skills Report 2025 on Upskilling Challenges

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the current landscape of tech skills, focusing on the challenges and gaps faced by professionals in the industry. It outlines the findings from a survey conducted with 1,500 tech executives, IT professionals, and business professionals across the United States, United Kingdom, and India. The report highlights that while many organizations report improvements in their skills gaps, a significant number of professionals still feel unsupported in their learning endeavors. Key skills identified as critical for the future include cybersecurity, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML). The report emphasizes that upskilling is often more cost-effective and quicker than hiring new talent, yet barriers such as lack of time and leadership support persist. Furthermore, it discusses the impact of skills gaps on project completion and organizational efficiency, underscoring the need for a cultural shift towards continuous learning within organizations.