Thursday, February 6, 2025

India Inc Upskilling Workforce Amidst Economic Challenges

Amidst a challenging business environment, India Inc is ramping up its investments in learning and development (L&D) programmes.

Companies are focusing on equipping employees with new-age skills such as artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and cybersecurity to stay competitive and resilient.

India Inc Upskilling Efforts: Increased L&D Budgets

Leading companies like HUL, PwC India, Mahindra Group, Capgemini, and Infosys are at the forefront of this upskilling drive.

These organizations are identifying and training individuals for advanced leadership roles, curating AI-driven learning platforms, and rolling out specialized cohort-based training programmes in collaboration with global institutes.

PwC India, for instance, is increasing its L&D budget by 15% this year.

The consulting firm aims to upskill employees in GenAI, data analytics, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.

Similarly, HUL is boosting its investment in data and digital capabilities to build future-fit skills for its workforce.

Focus on Leadership Training

The Mahindra Group is focusing on leadership development, strategy, innovation, and emotional intelligence.

The company has rolled out specialized cohort-based training in collaboration with global institutes for various business-specific skill sets.

The ‘People at Work 2025’ report by ADP Research highlights that employers investing in continued learning and on-the-job development stand to reap bottom-line benefits like better productivity and retention.

This approach ensures that employees are well-equipped to handle the evolving demands of the business landscape.

Capgemini is focusing on upskilling employees in GenAI, cloud-AI convergence, automation frameworks, and AI-powered cybersecurity.

The company has introduced specialized learning hubs like the Generative AI Campus, the Industry Campus, and the Cloud Campus.

Infosys is fully committed to equipping its workforce with the skills needed to thrive in an AI-first world.

The company is focusing on ensuring that AI amplifies employees’ potential and enhances their productivity.


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