The Australian Digital Skills and Salary Survey was commissioned by the Slade Group Digital Practice and NET:101 and undertaken by Sweeney Research. The survey was conducted across 150 small to large Australian businesses from a range of sectors.
The survey focused on the current skill-level of digital talent; the acquisition, development and retention of digital employees; and the salary levels in line with responsibilities of digital talent in Australian organisations.
The study reveals: Australia is facing a major digital skills-shortage. In fact Australian employers are under-investing in the skills development of current employees, as well as struggling to find new digital talent. With the growing importance of digital in today’s business landscape, a lag in digital expertise in Australia is a major concern – one that has the potential to hinder the ability for growth and innovation.