Originally posted on Innovorg

With new compliance standards emerging and existing ones evolving in an increasingly complex regulatory environment, data centers must adapt quickly to maintain their competitive edge and ensure the security of their operations. However, this adaptation process is filled with potential challenges, particularly when it comes to addressing the growing skills gap in the data center industry.

The Regulatory Landscape

The regulatory landscape for data center operators is complex, encompassing a multitude of regulations such as the European Union’s Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) and the Network and Information Systems Regulations Directive (NIS2). Companies must navigate this intricate web of requirements, often demanding new processes, procedures, and expertise that many organizations struggle to implement due to a shortage of skilled professionals.

The Skills Gap Challenge

This skills gap presents a significant challenge for the data center industry, with more than half of operators struggling to attract top talent and 42% finding it difficult to retain their existing workforce as reported by Uptime Institute. The study also suggested that there will be a shortage of as many as 300,000 candidates for jobs by the end of 2025. The shortage is particularly acute in emerging markets and spans various roles, including IT technicians, cloud computing specialists, and artificial intelligence experts.

Identifying and Filling Skill Gaps

Investing in training and preparedness is crucial for adapting to regulatory changes.  Innovorg is meeting the challenge, offering comprehensive skills assessments and customized training programs, providing deep insights into workforce skills, learning trends, and learning outcomes. This enables organizations to make informed decisions on hiring, onboarding, and career pathing, effectively addressing the skills gap challenge.

Innovorg’s platform delivers personalized learning paths, curates high-quality content, indexes internal training materials, and uses AI to generate micro-learning content. This ensures employees stay ahead of the curve, receiving relevant and timely training to stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements.

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