This report commissioned by IBM highlights that despite the growing use of AI solutions, significant skills shortages impact about 60% of workers in the UK and remain a major barrier to effective adoption. To address this gap, the report outlines key recommendations and emphasises the urgent need for educational pathways to equip workers for the AI-drive future. The report focuses on six countries – France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the US and the UK – and the challenges related to demographic and labour market shifts.