Connect | London // DCD>Major Panel: The data center workforce dilemma - Are we at risk of taking a step back?

The data center industry is facing a perfect storm of workforce challenges. With an aging labor pool, a critical shortage of skilled talent, and a concerning rollback of Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) initiatives, organizations could continue to struggle to fill roles and build resilient teams. With a potential lack of up and coming diverse talent further exacerbating the problem.

This panel will explore the current state of workforce development in the data center space, the impact of shifting D&I priorities, and strategies for attracting and retaining a new generation of skilled professionals. Industry leaders will discuss innovative approaches to workforce planning, upskilling initiatives, and the long-term implications of failing to address these pressing issues.