The AI-fication of Talents
Why Capability Is the New Competitive Advantage
This whitepaper defines a new model for AI-readiness — based on CFTE’s CDE Innovation Prism, Performance Hexagon and Capability Engine — to help individuals, institutions and nations build resilience in the AI economy.
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Who will rise - and who will be left behind?
AI is becoming universal — but capability isn’t. Those who build AI-aligned skills, systems and mindsets will thrive. Those who don’t will fall behind.
92M
Jobs expected to be displaced by AI by 2030 (World Economic Forum, 2025)
78M
AI-driven roles projected to be created globally by 2030 (World Economic Forum, 2025)
77%
Of companies plan to reskill their employees for AI (World Economic Forum, 2025)
40%
Of employers expect to reduce roles due to AI automation (WEF Future of Jobs Report, 2025)
What You’ll Discover Inside the Whitepaper
CDE Innovation Prism
A strategy tool to align Capabilities, Deployment, and Evolution across people and systems. Helps leaders track readiness over time.
Performance Hexagon
A model defining the 6 traits of future-ready professionals. Helps benchmark individual AI capability.
AI Capability Engine
A diagnostic tool to measure and accelerate AI-readiness for organisations, teams, and governments.
Who Should Read This Whitepaper
Policy Makers
Designing national workforce and AI-readiness strategies
Financial Institutions
Preparing internal capabilities for AI transformation
HR & Learning and Development Leaders
Upskilling teams and reshaping talent frameworks
Professionals & Strategists
Building personal resilience and future-proof skills
The journey of "Literacy" : From Basics to AI Mastery
Over the past 20 years, while digital literacy has evolved with advancements in smartphones, laptops, and tablets, the fundamental concepts of internet usage have remained consistent.
In contrast, AI literacy is progressing at an exponential rate, with tools rapidly evolving from generating simple images to building complex virtual worlds and automating intricate business processes. This swift transformation necessitates that users continually learn and stay updated on the latest AI advancements to remain effective and competitive.
A framework to embed AI literacy within your organisation
Do you know only about 15% of the workforce will directly design or programme AI systems, while 85% will use AI in their daily tasks? The majority of employees don’t need to code but must be skilled in operating AI tools, understanding insights, and critically assessing outputs.
CFTE creates a framework to embed AI literacy within your organisation, focusing on a deep understanding of AI and its outputs. Here are five practical ways to implement AI literacy.
Is Your Organisation Ready for the EU AI Act?
In 2024, the EU AI Act came into effect, emphasising the urgent need for AI literacy across all levels of organisations. By February 2025, all organisations utilising AI must ensure their employees have the appropriate understanding of AI, including their applications, benefits, and associated risks. This requirement extends to all stakeholders, from AI providers to end users.
If your organisation seeks support in achieving AI literacy, CFTE is here to help!
