The development of AI aims to transform the world of work, with an ever-increasing demand for skills that will lead to the emergence of new professional personalities.
But which ones? Latest report fromItalian Association for Industrial Research (Ari), presented as part of the Industrial Innovation Day in Rome on Thursday, tries to outline the picture.
“The impact of science and technology on our lives is becoming increasingly complex, but research and innovation is the engine of growth for the entire country,” he declared. Anna Maria BerniniMinister of University and Research.
New skills and investment in AI
AI is permeating every aspect of our lives, including the world of work. A profound change that will completely redefine the way we work, opening the door to a future where human and artificial skills are interconnected in increasingly complex ways.
The Italian Association for Industrial Research (ARI) presented its latest report in Rome on Thursday, which describes the new skills and professional figures of the future. Contrary to what one might think, the sector most likely to be changed by artificial intelligence will not be manual work, which is already partially automated, but rather one that requires a high level of expertise. Intellectual and communication skillsTraditionally considered safe.
The digital divide in Italy is clear: more than half of the population lacks the necessary skills to take advantage of the potential of artificial intelligence. To fill this gap, the government has started. Italian Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2024-26which aims to allocate 4 billion euros To encourage innovation in this sector.
“We need to strengthen the facilities and skills to create a new workforce capable of driving digital transformation,” he highlighted. Diana BraccoPresident and CEO of Braco Group. “Research and innovation are carried out with adequate financial resources, secure deadlines and efficient management”.
From AI Ethicist al Consulate Legal Tech
According to the report, the field of research and innovation will change a lot with the emergence of new professionals.IA ethicswhich will examine the ethical and social implications of AI development. IT Infrastructure ManagerIn which the efficiency and security of technical infrastructure based on AI applications must be guaranteed.
Apart from the figures already mentioned, new professions will emerge vizIA developeror developers of artificial intelligence algorithms, Legal Tech Consultantexpertise in new technology law, and Privacy EngineerExpert in data protection.
Although Italian startups related to AI are going through a rapid evolution phase, our country leads in the number of companies of this type (0.68 startups per million inhabitants compared to values of 1.99 and 2.05 respectively in Germany and for France), regarding graduates in information and communication technologies, so-called ICT There are two factors behind the poor implementation of AI in enterprises and public administration.
But how can we improve training delivery? As highlighted in the report, it is important to invest in university education, promote a culture of constant updating in companies and implement exceptional employment projects in the field of research and innovation. without forgetting the importance of finding the right balance between Open source e closed sourceTo promote innovation and guarantee our country’s competitiveness at the international level.
