Workera, the leading AI-powered skills intelligence platform, announced a strategic investment from Accenture (NYSE: ACN), solidifying their commitment to transforming workforce development in the age of artificial intelligence. This multifaceted alliance encompasses a strategic investment, a reseller agreement enabling Accenture to offer Workera’s solutions globally, and deep technology integration establishing Workera as the core skills intelligence layer within Accenture’s LearnVantage platform.
This partnership addresses a critical need for organizations to adopt skills-first strategies. Accenture research indicates that 61% of the global workforce will require retraining by 2027, and while 94% of employees are eager to learn, only 5% of companies are effectively reskilling at scale. This gap is particularly acute in fields like AI, machine learning, and cloud computing, where rapid technological advancements demand continuous upskilling and reskilling.
The collaboration builds upon Accenture’s April 2024 selection of Workera as a skills intelligence partner for LearnVantage, a comprehensive learning platform designed to combat the shrinking lifespan of technical skills. In today’s dynamic environment, skills learned today may become obsolete within four years – or even faster in cutting-edge domains like generative AI.
“The rise of generative AI has amplified our clients’ need for training and upskilling their people in cloud, data, and AI as they build their digital core, which is essential for reinvention,” said Kishore Durg, global lead of Accenture LearnVantage. “By integrating Workera into Accenture LearnVantage, we’re equipping enterprises with the tools to personalize learning journeys and optimize workforce capabilities using skills intelligence data. This partnership, including our recent investment, underscores Accenture’s commitment to delivering transformative value to our clients.”
“Workera’s expertise in skills intelligence, combined with Accenture’s global reach and innovative solutions, will redefine how organizations approach workforce development,” said Kian Katanforoosh, CEO and founder of Workera. “Together, we are advancing the skills-first movement, empowering companies to align their talent strategies with business objectives and unlocking new opportunities for growth and innovation.”
This strategic alliance between Workera and Accenture marks a significant step towards empowering organizations to navigate the complexities of the future workforce, ensuring they have the right skills at the right time to thrive in the digital age.
