Global Scans · Future of Work & Skills Gaps · Weekly Summary

• [New] Nearly 72% of companies now follow a hybrid work model, and IDC predicts that about 85% of workloads will be in the cloud by 2025. Security Boulevard
• By 2025, approximately 40% of tech job trends are expected to include remote work options, with many companies adopting hybrid models that offer flexibility. Techneeds
• 2025 could be a year of determining whether remote and hybrid work is here to stay or if in-office jobs make a return. Qualee Technology
• Workforce development programs - funded through public-private partnerships - appear to bridge the skills gap by helping companies to scale and expanding opportunities for less skilled workers. HR Dive
• Europe is anticipated to command a substantial revenue share by 2035, supported by cloud migration momentum, EU digitization funding, and evolving remote-work frameworks. Research Nester
• As remote work becomes more prevalent, leveraging digital platforms for networking - such as LinkedIn, industry-specific forums, and virtual meetups-can enhance visibility and create new opportunities. ""
• AI-powered systems will handle 80% of customer interactions and 90% of claims processing by 2030, creating massive efficiency gains but requiring significant workforce reskilling. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• As Deloitte reports, the manufacturing skills gap could leave an estimated 2.1 million jobs unfilled by 2030, potentially costing the U.S. economy $1 trillion. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• By 2033, a staggering 1.9 million jobs in the US manufacturing industry alone - nearly 50% of all newly created positions - may be left unfilled due to a massive skills gap. Forbes
• At the national level, countries such as Germany and Japan are investing in workforce reskilling to prepare their citizens for AI disruption. Deskimo
• The next decade will demand visionary leadership, effective AI regulation, and inclusive policies that ensure the future of work benefits all. AI CERTs News
• Digital Platform Conductors are expected to hit mainstream adoption within the next 5-10 years, and they are critical to supporting everything from hybrid work to AI readiness. Juriba Limited
• Deloitte Insights highlights that manufacturers are prioritizing targeted investments in digital and data infrastructure to address persistent challenges such as the skills gap and supply chain disruptions. WebProNews
• The share of Irish job postings advertising remote / hybrid work opportunities remains close to peaks, suggesting flexible working models persist despite many companies' focus on workers returning to offices. Indeed Hiring Lab UK I Ireland
• The skills gap persists: While AI creates 5,000 jobs in data science by 2026, per SLASSCOM, only 20% of graduates are AI-ready. lankabiznews.com
• By 2025, remote work will likely become a permanent fixture in many industries, necessitating the adoption of collaboration tools that facilitate communication and teamwork across dispersed teams. SMS-iT Blog
• Digital transformation in 2025 will be driven by data security, AI, cloud computing, remote work, 5G, customer experience, IoT, sustainability, and blockchain technology. SMS-iT Blog
• 40% of IoT attacks are targeting critical industries and hybrid work as threat actors continue to evolve their tactics and hit larger targets. Digit
• Understanding the state of remote work in 2025 is essential for gig workers looking to maximize their opportunities. The Interview Guys
• The UK's £2.5 billion National Quantum Strategy identified addressing the skills gap as a top priority, while the Biden administration labeled the quantum talent shortage a national security vulnerability. Medium

Last updated: 13 December 2025