# Identify and address critical skills gaps

Gain clarity on the skills your workforce needs now — and next.   
Keep workforce skills competitive with AI-driven insights that help identify skills gaps, support talent mobility and enhance productivity.

[See how it works](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/ai-skills-intelligence.html)
## Adapting to evolving workforce demands

Today’s workforce requirements are shifting faster than many organizations can respond. Skills gaps widen, roles evolve, and business demands increase — all while HR and L&D teams work to keep employees engaged and prepared.

Our [AI-powered skills intelligence](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/ai-skills-intelligence.html) supports understanding of the capabilities your teams have today and** can help identify where development may be needed** to support your most immediate business goals.

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## Of workers say they are actively seeking ways to expand their skillsets

According to the[University of Phoenix Career Optimism Index® 2025 Study](https://www.phoenix.edu/career-institute/career-optimism-index.html), most workers recognize the need to build new skills to advance their careers—highlighting the importance for employers to clearly identify skills gaps and align development opportunities with workforce needs.

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Of workers say they are actively seeking way to expand their skillsets

According to the[University of Phoenix Career Optimism Index® 2025](https://www.phoenix.edu/career-institute/career-optimism-index.html)Study, most workers recognize the need to build new skills to advance their careers—highlighting the importance for employers to clearly identify skills gaps and align development opportunities with workforce needs.

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## Align skills to business needs

### Bring greater clarity to workforce planning with real data. Our AI Skills Intelligence can help you:

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Create consistent, skill-based job descriptions and role expectations

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Map essential skills by **role, function and business direction**

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Identify where skill gaps may exist across teams

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Use data-informed insights to allocate resources, develop talent and guide strategic planning

- Support smarter hiring, succession, and mobility decisions

By grounding your talent strategy in skills-related data, you gain a clearer view of the capabilities your organization needs to move forward.

[Explore AI Skills Intelligence](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/ai-skills-intelligence.html)
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## Help employees develop practical skills for your workplace

Once skills gaps are identified, provide flexible learning that helps employees build real-world capabilities — without disrupting productivity.

**Our learning solutions can include:**

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**Professional Development**: self-paced, online skill modules using real-world scenarios and AI-driven assessments

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**Personalized learning pathways** aligned to employee goals and organizational needs

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**Flexible learning options** using your content or ours

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**Tuition Savings programs** that make degree access more affordable for employees

 

All learning experiences are designed for working adults and grounded in practical application — helping employees build skills they can use immediately on the job.

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## Adaptable Skills Solutions aligned to your business goals

Organizations need a faster, more connected way to align workforce capabilities with business priorities.

**Our Adaptable Skills Solutions help you:**

- See skills growth at the role, team or organization level
- Understand what’s working and where gaps remain
- Inform hiring, succession and mobility decisions
- Demonstrate workforce development impact

 

[View our Adaptable Skills Solutions](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions.html)
## Ready to get started?

Discover how we can identify skills gaps, empower employee development and strengthen workforce readiness to support the achievement of your strategic business goals.

[Contact us](https://scheduler.zoom.us/d/6zkafad2/professional-development-consultation)