Learn more about the ever-changing mainframe talent acquisition, skill development, and industry trends in our upcoming Research Report. Explore the complex talent flow funnel to learn about the interests and capabilities of students who are specializing in mainframes. Discover interesting perspectives from academic institutions about the issues surrounding the ongoing skills gap and the changing availability of educated talent. Uncover the tactics used by organizations to efficiently hire and fill mainframe roles. Take a look at the current status of skill development, including the wide range of technologies that students are studying and the tactics used by organizations to foster talent development.
When we examine spending trends, the expected size of the global talent pool, and academic institutions’ reactions to modern technologies like artificial intelligence, we get a sense of the field’s stability and trajectory. Stay tuned as we release a thorough examination of the mainframe ecosystem, influencing the next generation of mainframe talent.
This report, The Futurum Group 2024 Global Mainframe Skills Report: Insights from Industry and Educational Experts—drawing on the latest data from The Futurum Group, addresses the prevailing narrative surrounding the mainframe workforce—that it is an aging field with dwindling new talent. Contrary to this perception, our findings reveal a dynamic and evolving landscape where mainframe skills continue to grow and diversify, indicating a vibrant future for this critical technological sector. The report delves into various aspects of the mainframe environment, including employment trends, educational resources, investment levels, educational dynamics, and the generational skills gap. The comprehensive data gathered serves as a basis for informed recommendations to enhance the mainframe workforce’s sustainability and productivity.
To learn more, download your copy of The Futurum Group 2024 Global Mainframe Skills Report: Insights from Industry and Educational Experts, today.
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