The Skilled Trades Are Ready for a Digital Future

Navigating the intricacies of the skilled trades industry has never been straightforward, but today we’re standing at a crossroads defined by two unprecedented barriers.

On one hand, a growing wave of retirees is leaving a gaping hole in the workforce. As millions of seasoned workers leave their positions, employers are racing to fill an enormous number of open roles. In the construction industry alone, the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) reports that 41 percent of the current workforce is expected to retire by 2031. Without adequate staffing, projects can get derailed, costs can rise, quality can plummet, and timelines can stretch — threatening the stability of the industry.

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