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How to Build a Skills-Based Organization Using AI
Mar 18, 2025
In this discussion, Ying Li, Head of People Analytics at PepsiCo, uses her expertise in AI and data analytics to explain how organizations can thrive by becoming skills-based. She shares her journey from engineering to people analytics and highlights methods for accurately assessing employee skills and understanding skills scarcity. Ying dives into the importance of continuous skill enhancement and the role of curiosity in reskilling. She also discusses how AI can create personalized learning pathways, helping to align individual growth with organizational goals.
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Quick takeaways
- Organizations must build a strong skills taxonomy to accurately assess employee skill levels for targeted talent development strategies.
- Leveraging AI and data analytics is essential for companies to measure skills agility and address skill scarcity when making hiring decisions.
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The Importance of Skills in a Changing Workforce
Continuous skill development is crucial in today's rapidly evolving job market, where technology is constantly advancing. Companies need to understand that skills have become the new currency, emphasizing the necessity for employees to keep refreshing their competencies to stay competitive. It is essential for organizations to prioritize skill enhancement throughout an employee's lifecycle, from recruitment to retention, to ensure they meet the demands of a modern workforce. Failing to do so may lead to a skills gap that can hinder a company's ability to innovate and adapt to changes.
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