accelerate your digital transformation and bridge the tech skills gaps.

More than ever, the productivity of Canadian companies is being challenged by the scarcity of tech talent and the skills gap.  As part of our Business Transformation Insights Series, we took a deep dive at the current challenges CIOs face. The data provided in this edition of the Business Transformation Insights Series has been gathered through extensive research made with Leger 360 with over 400 Canadian IT decision makers and HR leaders responsible for IT talent strategies.

Our research revealed stunning data: 

• 75% of respondents said that they experience delays on their IT projects. 
• 35% said delays are in part due to a shortage of qualified staff. 
• Qualified staff shortage was the main reason for delays for 21% of those who experienced them.

Based on these results, it appears clear that executives must make smarter decisions about how they  engage with talent and upskill them for the future. The digital transformation requires more than just investing in the latest technology and hiring skilled talent - IT leaders will need to focus and measure how they are effectively engaging with talent and their employees in order to attract and retain them.