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In essence, the future favors those willing to upskill—particularly in AI engineering, data science, cloud computing, and automation—while others face potential redundancy.
The Growing Divide: Winners and Losers
At Accenture, there’s a clear directional shift: those embracing AI and hybrid roles are thriving, while legacy-system-focused employees are being phased out.
Additionally, an industry-wide trend reflects this shift: companies are reducing entry-level hiring. Young graduates with merely book smarts find it increasingly difficult to secure jobs, as companies prefer to hire professionals who can leverage AI quickly or are already experienced. Conversely, mid-career professionals who resist AI reskilling become prime candidates for layoffs.