This includes data on digital training carried out by other ministries, agencies, global technology companies, technology education institutions, and public bodies at the central and regional levels.
"We will try to collect the data, and we will map it out. This will provide direction to enhance and optimize the digital talent training programs in Indonesia," Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria said here on Friday.
According to him, there are many government institutions and technology companies that have provided digital talent training, which has shown positive progress and produced new talent.
To this end, data consolidation is needed to map the distribution of digital talent' skills in Indonesia as well as the number and demand.
The consolidated data will be useful for creating national digital training plans that are more directed, integrated, and sustainable.
"That way, we can optimize the existing human resources, and we can see the training trends as well," he said.
Patria further noted that Indonesia needs to have around 9 million digital talent by 2030, and there is still a shortage of around 2 million.
To address this gap, he underscored the need for quick action and synergy among all stakeholders in supporting the digital transformation process in Indonesia.
In addition to meeting the digital talent target, the effort is also aimed at preparing for the adoption of new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain.
"We are synergizing and collaborating to collect the data so that we can have a more accurate picture rod the digital talent supply and demand. That way, we can balance the supply and demand," he remarked.
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