This trend in investment in employee skilling at IT companies comes at the back of peaked interest in generative AI among clients in the sector
Global tech company, Tech Mahindra has trained a large part of its workforce in generative AI, highlighting the importance of upskilling in the industry. Tech Mahindra, an IT company, trained 8,000 employees in AI to meet the demand for generative AI and quantum computing. This move recognises the need for a skilled workforce in an ever-changing industry. Upskilling is common in the tech sector as more companies invest in AI. Tech Mahindra aims to disrupt the industry further by improving workplace infrastructure and focusing on sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and retail.
They also emphasise the importance of ethical AI and its potential to boost productivity. In healthcare, AI systems like computer-aided detection are improving early detection and easing the workload of healthcare workers. Surveys in 2023 show increased interest in AI among company executives, with many exploring generative AI tools like ChatGPT. Overall, generative AI is showing great potential to support human workforces and business processes.
