{"id":26163,"date":"2024-07-17T11:00:16","date_gmt":"2024-07-17T03:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/incit.org\/?p=26163"},"modified":"2025-07-07T13:15:31","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T05:15:31","slug":"manufacturing-workforce-top-strategies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/incit.org\/ko\/thought-leadership\/manufacturing-workforce-top-strategies\/","title":{"rendered":"\uc81c\uc870 \uc778\ub825\uc758 \ubbf8\ub798 \ubcf4\uc7a5: \uc9c1\uc6d0\uc758 \uae30\uc220 \ud5a5\uc0c1 \ubc0f \uc7ac\uad50\uc721\uc744 \uc704\ud55c 5\uac00\uc9c0 \uc8fc\uc694 \uc804\ub7b5"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">significant skill gap in manufacturing continues to widen, as underscored by Deloitte&#8217;s research, which found that 2.1 million unfilled jobs will result in a cost of roughly\u00a0$1 trillion to the United States <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">in 2030<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> alone. We know there are various reasons for the current and future lack of talent, mainly resulting from an aging workforce, technological advancements with skillsets not keeping up, and an outdated view of what a role in manufacturing looks like <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">reminiscent of the hazardous, unglamorous work conditions depicted in<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> &#8220;The Jungle&#8221; by American novelist, Upton Sinclair.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/scw.ai\/blog\/labor-shortage-in-manufacturing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">US Chamber of Commerce,<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 45 per cent of job openings in the manufacturing sector remain unfulfilled. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/action.deloitte.com\/insight\/3897\/evolving-skills-ratchet-up-talent-needs-in-manufacturing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The World Economic Forum\u2019s 2023 Future of Jobs<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> report highlights that 40 of the current skill requirements in advanced manufacturing are expected to evolve over the next five years. Leaders have sounded the alarm, according to a survey by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/scw.ai\/blog\/labor-shortage-in-manufacturing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, nearly 75 per cent of manufacturing managers cited skilled labour shortages as their primary business challenge.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Manufacturers are grappling with a significant labour shortage that demands urgent attention, but what can businesses do to prepare for the looming talent crisis? Below, we explore the key steps to put for empowering workers through targeted upskilling programs, ensuring resilience and growth in the face of workforce challenges.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-35186 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.incit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/14213553\/top-5-strategies-to-upskill-and-reskill-staff.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1512\" height=\"1155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.incit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/14213553\/top-5-strategies-to-upskill-and-reskill-staff.jpg 1512w, https:\/\/assets.incit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/14213553\/top-5-strategies-to-upskill-and-reskill-staff-300x229.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.incit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/14213553\/top-5-strategies-to-upskill-and-reskill-staff-1024x782.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.incit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/14213553\/top-5-strategies-to-upskill-and-reskill-staff-768x587.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.incit.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/14213553\/top-5-strategies-to-upskill-and-reskill-staff-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1512px) 100vw, 1512px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Fostering future-ready workforces through strategic upskilling initiatives<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Labour shortages in the manufacturing sector are now endemic and expected to worsen. It is imperative for manufacturing companies to invest in upskilling and reskilling initiatives. By implementing targeted training programs aligned with evolving job roles and leveraging innovative methods like gamification (use it to make the reskilling more engaging!), manufacturers can empower their workforce to adapt, thereby alleviating labour shortfalls in the business. Embracing these strategies will not only bridge the skills gap but also position manufacturing firms for sustained growth and competitiveness in the global market. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Furthermore, specialised training programs, such as the <a href=\"http:\/\/tnc.incit.org\">SIRI\/COSIRI<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Programme<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> offered by <a title=\"International Centre for Industrial Transformation\" href=\"https:\/\/incit.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">INCIT<\/a>, can support leaders with their ongoing skill development with this certification, which advances digitalisation and sustainability practices within manufacturing. Embracing these strategies will not only bridge the skills gap but also position manufacturing firms for sustained growth and competitiveness in the global market.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Upskilling and Reskilling in Manufacturing<\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-37920 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-37920.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-37920.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-37920.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-37920.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-37920.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1750139479\"><div id=\"sp-ea-37920\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-379200\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse379200\" aria-controls=\"collapse379200\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What Are the 4 Strategies for Upskilling and Reskilling?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse379200\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-37920\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-379200\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The four key strategies for upskilling and reskilling in manufacturing are:<\/span><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On-the-job training<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Digital learning platforms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Industry-academic partnerships<br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\">Certification programs<\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> These approaches help workers gain new skills for smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-379201\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse379201\" aria-controls=\"collapse379201\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Why is Upskilling Important in Manufacturing?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse379201\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-37920\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-379201\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Upskilling is important in manufacturing because it helps workers adapt to new technologies, improve productivity, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing Industry 4.0 environment.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-379202\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse379202\" aria-controls=\"collapse379202\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the Difference Between Upskilling and Reskilling in Manufacturing?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse379202\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-37920\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-379202\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Upskilling means learning new skills to grow in a current role, while reskilling involves training workers for entirely new roles. Both are essential in manufacturing to support digital transformation and automation.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-379203\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse379203\" aria-controls=\"collapse379203\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How Can Manufacturers Create a Future-ready Workforce?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse379203\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-37920\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-379203\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Manufacturers can create a future-ready workforce by investing in continuous training, embracing digital tools, building learning cultures, and aligning workforce development with Industry 4.0 technologies.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-379204\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse379204\" aria-controls=\"collapse379204\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What Challenges Do Manufacturers Face in Workforce Training?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse379204\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-37920\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-379204\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Manufacturers face challenges like limited training budgets, lack of digital literacy, ageing workforces, and difficulty keeping pace with fast-changing technologies in smart manufacturing.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-379205\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse379205\" aria-controls=\"collapse379205\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What Are Examples of Upskilling in Smart Manufacturing?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse379205\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-37920\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-379205\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Examples of upskilling in smart manufacturing include training workers to use robotics, data analytics tools, digital twins, IoT platforms, and AI-based production systems.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-379206\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse379206\" aria-controls=\"collapse379206\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How Does Industry 4.0 Affect Workforce Planning?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse379206\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-37920\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-379206\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Industry 4.0 affects workforce planning by shifting the demand toward tech-savvy roles, requiring new skills, and pushing manufacturers to rethink training, hiring, and talent retention strategies.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-379207\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse379207\" aria-controls=\"collapse379207\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon 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