Indeed’s latest report, “The Work Ahead,” reveals a significant gap between AI adoption and employee preparedness in Singapore, emphasising the urgent need for enhanced training and support. The report, unveiled at the Talent Trends 2025 event, shows that whilst 36% of workers are using generative AI tools, 33% have not received formal training. This disparity poses challenges as employees struggle to keep pace with technological advancements, potentially affecting their professional growth and competitiveness in a digital-first job market.
The report highlights that 39% of employees cite insufficient training as a major barrier to becoming AI-ready. Additionally, 39% feel overwhelmed by the rapid pace of change, and 28% attribute their lack of readiness to insufficient early exposure. Callam Pickering, Indeed’s APAC Senior Economist, noted, “There’s clearly strong interest among job seekers to build AI skills, but too many are being left behind due to a lack of formal training.”
To address these challenges, the report suggests that workers are more likely to adopt new technologies when they are user-friendly and supported by clear documentation. Structured training, such as workshops, and opportunities to experiment in low-pressure environments are also crucial. Pickering emphasised the importance of employers updating training programmes to reflect the realities of an AI-driven workplace, advocating for continuous learning pathways and hands-on experiences.
The findings are based on a survey conducted by Indeed and Censuswide with 1,500 respondents, including both blue-collar and white-collar workers, as well as business leaders across Singapore.
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