Staying at the forefront of technological innovation is no easy feat. Manufacturers need the right people with the right skills to drive the organization forward — even as they face serious (and growing) labor shortages.

Yet, these compounding talent challenges represent a moment of opportunity.

Leading employers are finding that scalable education combined with skilling pathways are a potent strategy for their workforce woes. They’re finding new and innovative programs don’t just attract, engage, and retain talent — they empower employees to build the skills needed now and in the future. 

In this quick-hit report, we lay out the nuances of the talent and skill gap and outline the hallmarks of the learning solutions that innovative manufacturers are leveraging to meet this moment.