80% of adults

must be equipped with
at least basic digital skills

20 mil ICT specialists

must be employed,
gender-balanced

75% of EU companies

should be using cloud computing/AI/big data

+90% of EU SMEs

should reach at least a
basic level of digital intensity

**EU digital skill targets to be reached by 2030 according to a study by CEDEFOP (2022) **

CECIMO Campaign on Skills 2024

The majority of manufacturing industries across Europe are grappling with a twofold challenge:  labour shortages due to the decreasing allure of manufacturing, and skills mismatches between the industry demand and the supply. This shortfall particularly affects crucial departments like Electrical Engineering, Production, and Mechanical/Industrial Engineering.

Within machine tool industries, proficiency in digital and technical skills takes precedence, followed by green competencies (technical know-how with combined with green mindset) and soft/transversalskills (such as analytical thinking, adaptability etc.), particularly with the surge in automation and digitization.

Efforts to train, upskill, and reskill are indispensable. However, they come at a cost, demanding time, financial investment, and tailored training opportunities. CECIMO advocates for collaborative endeavors between public and private entities: industry stakeholders, policymakers, academia, and training centers. Such partnerships aim to:

  • Harmonize educational curricula and programs with market needs.
  • Integrate academic knowledge with practical experience,
  • Enhance the appeal of STEM education and manufacturing careers.
  • promote short-term learning pathways,
  • Offer flexible certification pathways to bolster lifelong learning initiatives.

Learn more on our recent report “From Survey to Strategy: Understanding the Skills Trends in Advanced Manufacturing”.

Interviews on Skills

Explore our latest video series, ‘Understanding Skills for Advanced Manufacturing,’ where industry leaders, analysts, educators, and policymakers discuss the evolving skill demands in European manufacturing. Watch now to gain insights on talent acquisition, upskilling, and the future of the workforce.

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