GENAI SKILLED PROFESSIONALS
AI as an enabler, not a replacement: Skill readiness in the next phase of India's BPM industry
At a recent webinar hosted by Economictimes.com and Nasscom, industry leaders shared their insights on the future of India’s BPM sector. Read on to understand why AI could be your creative ally and more importantly why organisations must create an environment where employees feel empowered to explore AI rather than fear it.
'Tis the season of salary hikes... but don't expect much
Salaries in 2025 are expected to increase by an average of 9.4%, with the highest raises in the automobile and FMCG sectors at 10.5%. IT and IT-enabled services will see the slowest growth, and demand for AI-skilled professionals surges significantly. Overall attrition rates are declining, but ITES will experience higher turnover.
Nvidia poised to shake up AI again with new chip unveiling at GTC by Jensen Huang; here’s what to expect from the tech giant’s game-changing innovations
Nvidia GTC 2025 is set to unveil game-changing innovations in AI, quantum computing, and robotics. The highlight of the event is the Blackwell Ultra GB300 AI chip, designed to revolutionize AI reasoning models. Nvidia is also hosting its first Quantum Day, featuring discussions from D-Wave and Rigetti. The company’s advancements in autonomous AI and robotics are expected to reshape industries. With over 80 AI training sessions and free certifications, the conference is a must-attend for tech professionals. Analysts predict Nvidia’s announcements could drive long-term stock growth, making GTC 2025 a pivotal moment for the AI industry.
Nine in 10 Indian professionals view GenAI skills as critical for career growth in 2025: Survey
Nearly 90% of Indian professionals view generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) skills as crucial for career growth, reveals a Simplilearn survey. With increasing importance placed on GenAI, data science, and machine learning, many professionals are looking to transition into tech roles, emphasizing continuous upskilling for future job market success.
India becomes largest market for AI audio firm ElevenLabs, Hindi among top languages
India is now the largest user market for AI audio firm ElevenLabs, with Hindi among the top three languages. The company is expanding locally, investing in voice AI research, and supporting voice artists through its marketplace.
India Inc pulls out all stops to give its workforce AI edge
India Inc companies like Wipro, Genpact, and Ericsson are investing heavily in AI-ready workforce initiatives, creating personalised training programmes and partnerships with universities. These efforts have resulted in substantial employee upskilling, particularly in AI, with a notable impact on employee retention and readiness for future workplace demands.
- Go To Page 1
From AI to digital marketing: How Indian women professionals are upskilling for success
Women professionals in India are increasingly enrolling in edtech platforms like Coursera, upGrad, and Simplilearn to upskill and stay competitive in a tech-disrupted job market. Driven by the need for career advancement, many are pursuing courses in AI, data analytics, and soft skills, leading to significant growth in female enrolments across these platforms.
Infosys layoffs: Nasscom defends tech industry, corporate culture of performance, meritocracy
This comes a day after government officials told ET that the Karnataka labour department’s interim report has not found any violations in the recent 300-plus terminations made by Bengaluru-headquartered Infosys, India’s second largest IT giant, at its Mysuru campus.
What Budget 2025 can do to power India's GCC surge
Budget 2025: Global Capability Centers (GCCs) have evolved into significant contributors to India's GDP. The upcoming Budget might play a crucial role in further expanding these centers, especially in tier-2 cities, through targeted incentives, infrastructure development, and educational investments. Government support can help unlock the full potential of these offshore units, making India an even more attractive destination for global businesses.
Age no bar as seniors return to class to upskill themselves
An increasing number of professionals aged 50 and above are enrolling in courses on new-age technologies like AI, data science, and cybersecurity to stay competitive. Platforms like UpGrad, Coursera, and Simplilearn report a surge in enrolments from older learners, driven by the need for continuous learning and career advancement.
Bengaluru techie in job interview faces double dose of 'monkeys' insult. What happened
A 24-year-old woman from Bengaluru detailed her unusual job interview for a GenAI developer role at a tech company. She faced multiple reschedules and encountered unprofessional behavior from the interviewer, including interruptions and dismissive remarks about Reddit. Netizens advised her to avoid the job, highlighting the red flags in the company's conduct.
IT firms see revenue growth outpacing headcount, says HCLTech CEO
HCLTech CEO C Vijayakumar highlights the rising demand for skilled IT professionals despite slower headcount growth, leading to higher wages. He emphasizes the impact of generative AI on developer workflows and notes a shift toward shorter contract durations while maintaining strong annual contract values.
Tech, climate to shape jobs in India by 2030: WEF report
Increased digital access, geopolitical tensions, and climate-mitigation efforts will shape India's job market by 2030, according to a WEF report. Indian companies are heavily investing in AI, robotics, and autonomous systems, with roles in Big Data, AI, and security management seeing the fastest growth. Employers anticipate significant skill evolution by 2030.
Most CFOs in India believe generative AI will enhance effectiveness of tax functions: Report
Indian finance leaders see big potential in AI for taxes. A new survey shows most believe it will boost their work. Many are already exploring this technology. They want to use AI for tasks like reviewing documents and cleaning data. Finding skilled AI workers is a challenge. Leaders say AI can free up time for more strategic work.
With cost pressures mounting, 91% of Indian firms plan finance budget reductions: EY
Indian companies are prioritising cost reduction amidst financial strain, with 91% planning cuts to tax and finance budgets. The EY report reveals this shift while highlighting the increasing complexity of tax responsibilities and the growing adoption of generative AI in tax functions, with 94% of Indian CFOs recognising its potential.
AI in tax operations seen as a game changer by 94% of Indian CFOs, tax leaders
A recent EY survey revealed that 94% of Indian CFOs and tax leaders believe Generative AI can revolutionize tax functions. Indian companies are leading in GenAI adoption, but face talent shortages. Cost pressures and new regulations are driving changes in operating models, while the industry grapples with a looming talent crisis.
GenZ professionals trust tech to bypass judgemental bias of their bosses
A recent survey reveals that over half of Gen Z professionals prefer Generative AI to their managers for workplace guidance, valuing its constant availability, privacy, and non-judgmental feedback. While enthusiastic about GenAI's potential, they also express concerns about intellectual property infringement and privacy breaches, highlighting a need for organizational training and clear guidelines.
AI canvas: artists swap brushes for bots
“We are observing a rise in pay packages for creative roles, especially for professionals who can integrate Gen AI prompt engineering into their work,” said Jaideep Kewalramani, COO and head of employability business, TeamLease Edtech. “The unique combination of AI proficiency and artistic talent is commanding a premium as it is helping organisations improve time to market, creative quotient and quality.”
Business leaders in India keen to tap into transformative potential of GenAI: LinkedIn study
Around 10% of global workers in 2024 will hold new job titles, reflecting workplace evolution. LinkedIn's study shows 82% of Indian leaders anticipate accelerating transformations, with AI adoption being crucial. AI's benefits extend to skill development, highlighting the importance of upskilling and HR's evolving role.
NTT DATA launches AI upskilling programme for all employees
NTT DATA unveiled a Generative AI Talent Development Framework to train its global workforce, focusing on creating highly skilled professionals. The initiative aims to certify at least 15,000 high-level GenAI practitioners by FY24, with tailored training based on roles and industry specialisations.
About 50% of employers in India looking to skill workers in Gen AI by end of FY25: Survey
A recent survey by Great Learning reveals that half of organizations in India plan to upskill their employees in generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) by the end of FY25. The study involved over 100 organisations with 10,000 to 15,000 employees, spanning various sectors. Enterprises aim to extend Gen AI training to diverse roles like HR, operations, marketing, and customer service. The focus includes foundational literacy, strategic decision-making skills, and advanced technical training across different organisational levels.
Women professionals are upskilling like never before as they bet on potential of AI
Women professionals in India are increasingly enrolling in AI and GenAI courses to upskill themselves for leadership roles. The surge in enrolments, up to 870%, reflects the growing importance of AI skills in the modern workforce. This trend highlights the continuous learning and career advancement pursued by women in various sectors.
Nuvepro to train over one lakh professionals in generative AI
Nuvepro plans to train over 100,000 professionals in generative AI, targeting data scientists, developers, AI enthusiasts, and professionals across various industries. In the past two months, Nuvepro has trained over 1,000 professionals through hands-on workshops designed to tackle real-world generative AI challenges.
The rise of AI in recruitment process: How companies are using artificial intelligence for hiring
Companies use AI tools like GenAI bots for candidate sourcing, resume screening, and skills assessment. HR executives say AI makes hiring quicker and more efficient. Genpact launched IMatch, an AI-based job-matching engine, resulting in improved productivity and faster hiring.
Revolutionising the workplace: GenAI could help Indian workers save millions of working hours
Generative AI (genAI) is sparking awe and fear due to its potential impact on work. A Pearson report examines genAI's workforce impact in multiple countries, revealing potential time savings in IT, manufacturing, and law. Employers and employees are urged to embrace training and redesign roles to focus on higher-value tasks.
India Inc heavyweights look to AI to drive innovation and efficiency
CEOs, CXOs in India prioritize upskilling in GenAI for business transformation. Insead and upGrad witness surge in professionals seeking AI expertise. Companies like Tata Consumer and Raymond integrate AI for business innovation and customer interactions.
Empowering Project Managers with AI
In the dynamic landscape of project management, AI emerges not as a disruptor but as an enabler that can empower project professionals. Project managers equipped with AI fluency, strategic integration tactics, and a commitment to continuous upskilling position themselves at the forefront of this transformative journey.
GenAI catches the fancy of Indian learners
Someone in India enrolled in genAI content roughly every three minutes in 2023, according to a study on learner trends by Coursera, which provides online courses. Searches for GenAI content on the internet grew fourfold in the country compared with the previous year. The study was based on data from more than 22.2 million registered learners, Coursera said.
Generative AI a bigger threat to select white-collar jobs
In India, Gen AI could be deployed to handle around 30% or more of the time spent on tasks involved in the working week of some white-collar roles. In comparison, in many cases, less than 1% of a blue-collar worker's job in a working week could be done by GenAI, the report says.
Load More
