AI Revolution: 45% of EU and 48% of US Work Hours Automated by 2035, Millions to Reskill

AI and generative AI are reshaping work in Europe and the US.

By 2035, up to 45% of work hours in the EU and 48% in the US could be automated, according to the McKinsey Global Institute.

This automation could lead to 12 million professionals needing to change jobs, especially impacting lower-wage workers.

Industries like STEM and Healthcare will see increased demand for skilled workers, while production, customer support, and sales may see a decrease.

Workers will need to transition to new occupations through upskilling and reskilling in advanced technology, data analysis, critical thinking, and creativity.

Businesses must upgrade skills to integrate AI, focusing on technological, social, and emotional skills.

Companies are retraining their workforce to address skill gaps in critical thinking, creativity, and teaching.

Organizations and policymakers must promote rapid technology adoption and proactive worker redeployment to meet evolving job market demands.