The much-cited AI problem in Germany is not a technical one, but rather a skills problem.

AI has arrived in the German economy, but the engine is sputtering. The reason: it’s not a lack of money or technology, but a lack of people who can operate it.

We have addressed the topic of AI skills and created a three-part white paper series for you.

The situation in 30 seconds:

• The AI market is exploding. We are talking about a global volume of almost $2 trillion by 2030. Growth of just under $20 billion is expected for Germany. The wave is here.
• But Germany is hesitating. While almost half of large companies use AI, only 17% of small companies do. This gap is a risk for our small and medium-sized enterprises.
• The biggest obstacle? A lack of know-how. 73% of companies cite a lack of technical expertise as the top barrier – ahead of data protection (68%) and a lack of resources (48%).

What this means for you:

The biggest threat to your business is not AI itself, but the growing skills gap between you and your competitors. The good news: closing this gap is your biggest opportunity.

How can we help you close the skills gap? Click here for our AI training courses.

Next week in part 2: What skills do your IT teams really need right now to fill this gap?