UAE firms need to prioritise skills to maximise value from AI: study

  • Date: 17-Sep-2020
  • Source: Tahawultech
  • Sector:Economy
  • Country:UAE
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UAE firms need to prioritise skills to maximise value from AI: study

Global research released by Microsoft reveals that companies see the biggest business benefit from artificial intelligence (AI) when they combine deployment of AI with skilling initiatives that focus on both tech and soft skills. Surveying more than 600 employees and leaders within larger enterprises across the UAE, the research focuses on skills needed to thrive as AI becomes increasingly adopted by UAE businesses, giving enterprises insights into where to best place their investment.  

"The high-tech UAE economy advanced by initiatives such as the National AI Strategy 2031 will accelerate new economic and social opportunities for citizens, governments and businesses and generate significant  growth, a high priority in the current UAE