Kuala lumpur: Global businesses are facing mounting challenges in their growth ambitions due to persistent skills shortages in critical technology areas. As AI becomes more deeply embedded in business strategy, organisations are struggling to find or retain talent in key domains such as networking (39%), cybersecurity (40%), and Data/AI/automation (33%). The findings come from an IDC InfoBrief commissioned by Expereo, titled 'Enterprise Horizons 2025: Technology Leaders Priorities: Achieving Digital Agility.'

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the report reveals that 39% of organisations are struggling to find or retain networking talent, while 33% report similar challenges in data, AI, and automation-figures that remain consistent with 2024 findings. These shortages are not only slowing down AI adoption but also reshaping leadership dynamics and workforce strategies across enterprises.