The C-Suite Perspective

Executive Insights from the IT Skills and Salary Report

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C-LEVEL TECH LEADERS FACE A SKILLS CRISIS

CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, and 200+ C-level tech leaders shared their insights in Skillsoft’s annual IT Skills and Salary survey — revealing a pressing skills crisis in critical areas of business, including cybersecurity, data science, and artificial intelligence.

This report provides C-level tech leaders with a roadmap to help them build agile, future-fit teams through transformative learning.

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80% OF TECH LEADERS REPORT SKILLS GAPS

The top areas of investment for the C-suite this year are cybersecurity, data science and cloud. However, these are also the most difficult to recruit skilled talent for. That’s why many leaders are looking to upskill and reskill their workforce.

Cybersecurity

The highest percentage (38%) of C-suite tech leaders agree cybersecurity is the most difficult area to hire for.

Artificial Intelligence

Despite being a top investment area, 57% of tech leaders say their team’s current skills in AI are low.

Recruiting Talent

63% of leaders reported having three or more vacant positions on the team. Recruiting talent is the C-suite's biggest challenge right now.

Addressing the Skills Gap

Nearly half of leaders plan to invest in training to close skills gaps. However, many plan to brave the tight labor market — while some still have no plan.

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Read how C-level tech leaders plan to overcome today’s most pressing challenges and address skills gaps with strategic and transformative learning experiences.

Delve into what CIOs, CTOs, and CISOs think about:

  • Current Workplace Challenges
  • Feelings About Job Security
  • Hiring Trends and Difficulties
  • The Impacts of Certification
  • Building a Future-fit Workforce

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