Realising the potential of Asean's digital workforce
AS we head into 2020, a decade of change and transformation is upon us, one that is underpinned by the growing importance of data. As we learn to create more value with data, digital skills will determine the success of individuals, businesses and entire economies in a future that is now defined by technology.
South-east Asia offers us a clear illustration of the importance of a skilled digital workforce. The region's digital economy is booming, and the integration of intraregional trade is set to deliver a $1 trillion rise in GDP in Asean within the next five years. While the future looks bright for Asean, there is a crucial obstacle the region must overcome - the …
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