Why does it matter?
Fast growth in AI and data roles would deepen demand for people who can build and interpret these systems.
Direct quote
Specialized roles in AI and big data are estimated to grow by 30-35% (see Chapter 3). Big-data analytics is the third-most likely technology for companies to adopt by 2027, with 80% of companies planning to integrate it more deeply into their operations, and 75% of companies planning to integrate AI techniques such as machine learning and neural networks.
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