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Business – “Why Business Leaders Are Prioritizing Training Amid Rapid Tech Adoption in Advanced Manufacturing”

Article Summary:

In Singapore’s rapidly evolving manufacturing sector, a significant majority of business leaders recognize the urgent need for technology adoption. More than 90% agree that failing to adopt new technologies risks their organization’s competitiveness, with 30% strongly affirming this view.

Employee training has become a critical priority, with 61% of leaders emphasizing its importance as they integrate innovative technologies. Additionally, 48% prioritize upgrading machinery to include robotics and automation, while 33% focus on conducting pilot projects to test new systems.

Despite this proactive approach, many leaders express concerns about their workforce’s preparedness for this technological shift. While 71% believe their employees are ready for technology-driven manufacturing, over half identify gaps in crucial skills such as robotics operation (57%), AI tool usage (56%), and overall digital literacy (47%).

Original Article:

Training Emerges as Top Priority for Business Leaders as Advanced Manufacturing Ramps Up Tech Adoption

  • Over nine in ten business leaders (30% strongly agree, 63% agree) concur that their organisation risks falling behind if it does not adopt new technologies.
  • In adopting innovative technologies in advanced manufacturing, employee training is the top priority (61%) for business leaders, alongside upgrading machinery with robotics/automation capabilities (48%) and conducting pilot projects (33%).
  • Nearly three in four (71%) leaders say their workforce is well-prepared for the shift towards technology-enabled manufacturing, but most still lack in-demand skills like robotics operation and programming (57%), artificial intelligence (AI) tool operation (56%) and digital literacy (47%).

SINGAPORE, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As Singapore’s manufacturing sector accelerates towards advanced, technology-enabled production, over nine in ten business leaders (30% strongly agree, 63% agree)…

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