Webinar Insights: Using AI to Bridge Skill Gaps and Personalize Learning Paths

On October 24th, Ingenjör4.0 hosted an engaging webinar moderated by Kristina Närman, where we discussed the importance of AI-driven tools in addressing the growing skills gap.

Key speakers Greta Braun (PhD Student, Chalmers) and Johan Stahre (Professor & Head of Division, Chalmers) shared their reflections from travels to Canada and Brussels, discussing how AI and collaborative strategies can foster a future-ready workforce. Mattias Bokinge (University Lecturer at Halmstad University) elaborated on how Ingenjör4.0’s new AI-driven initiative identifies skill gaps and creates personalized learning paths to boost engagement and bridge the skills gap, including benefits for companies, such as identifying the biggest upskilling needs within the organization.

Key takeaways:

1. Aging Workforce & Skills Shortage: Johan Stahre illustrated the demographic challenges Europe faces, with fewer people entering the workforce each year. To remain competitive, we must upskill the current workforce.
2. Collaboration is Key: Both Greta Braun and Johan Stahre emphasized the importance of collaboration across industries and borders to tackle the growing competitiveness challenge. As Johan Stahre noted, “The need for knowledge is greater than ever.”
3. Skill Matching for the Future using AI: Greta Braun discussed a new AI-driven skill matching tool developed within Ingenjör4.0, which has already been tested with employees. The next phase focuses on engaging managers, ensuring leaders set the standard for continuous learning.
4. Potential Participation for Companies in Upcoming Studies to Identify Skill Gaps: If your company is unsure about what skills need to be developed and is interested in participating in the next study, feel free to reach out to us!
5. Unique in Europe: Ingenjör4.0, with 13 universities collaborating, offers a rich “smorgasbord” of courses designed to equip individuals and companies for the future