WOU Focuses on AI Upskilling to Reshape the Workforce

PENANG’S INDUSTRIAL ECOSYSTEM, particularly its E&E sector, has long been a cornerstone of Malaysia’s economy. In the previous half a decade, from 2014 to 2019, the state had already charted a growth of 12% in terms of compounded annual rate (CAGR) to reach RM210bil. With global trends shifting towards automation, machine learning and data-driven decision-making, businesses are under pressure to adopt AI-driven processes to remain competitive. This shift is not without its challenges, as it requires a workforce skilled in the latest AI technologies.