1、2023 Skills IndexTODAYS MOST IN-DEMAND AND FASTEST RISING INDEPENDENT TALENT SKILLSTable of ContentsThe big picture.4Top 15 most in-demand skills for 2023.5Change in most in-demand skills since 2020.6Top 15 fastest rising skills for 2023.7The rise of generative AI.8Top 5 most in-demand skills by ind

2、ustry.9Business Talent Group(BTG)is the leading talent marketplace that connects independent management consultants,subject matter experts,project managers,and interim executives with the worlds best companies.BTG provides just the right on-demand talent needed:remote or on-site,part-time or full-ti

3、me,individuals or teams,all around the world.Thats why more than 50%of the F100 and hundreds of other leading companies trust BTG to curate,vet,and compliantly deliver talent who fuel growth,innovation,and performance improvement.BTG is a Heidrick&Struggles company(Nasdaq:HSII).Find in-demand skills

4、 and expertise at 2023 SKILLS INDEXThriving in a complex environmentCompanies find themselves in a unique position in todays dynamic and ever-changing business landscape.While fears of an economic downturn have lingered through much of 2023,a significant recession has yet to materialize,and there is

5、 now serious debate among economists on whether were likely to enter one anytime soon.1,2 Amid these uncertain times,leading companies are seeking innovative strategies and solutions to address both the challenges of the present and seize growth opportunities for the future.Increasingly,theyre relyi

6、ng on independent,on-demand talent marketplaces that have become a key piece of human capital infrastructureoffering safe,flexible,and cost-effective access to the specialized skills and expertise needed to thrive in the complex business environment.In this annual examination of proprietary BTG data

7、 on thousands of projects from enterprise and mid-market companies,private equity firms,and global nonprofits,we reveal the top on-demand talent skills business leaders are seeking as they aim to meet pressing financial needs,transform operations to enhance efficiency,seamlessly adopt new technologi

8、es,and place intelligent bets for growth in the years ahead.Here are our findings for 2023.350%of CEOs and CFOs anticipate their organizations will struggle to meet customer demand with their current talent models.477%of employers report difficulty finding the skilled talent they need in 2023a 17-ye

9、ar high.544%of companies are not sure which skills can be developed versus bought.62023 SKILLS INDEXThe Big PictureNumbers in teal represent rankings in the list of most in-demand skills.Numbers in blue represent increase in requests for fastest rising skills.SUSTAINED DEMAND FOR FINANCE EXPERTISEAs

10、 companies cautiously await economic clarity,they are taking proactive steps to ensure financial stability and effective leadership.Reflecting the changing demands placed upon finance departments,businesses are tapping into the expertise of on-demand finance professionalswith financial controls,acco

11、unting,and audit(#1/+94%)and financial planning,analysis,and modeling(#3)climbing to the top of the most in-demand skills list amid a 71%increase in the number of requests for interim finance executives.7 Whether theyre getting finances in order,providing interim leadership,or helping the function a

12、dapt to growing complexity,on-demand talent are proving instrumental in fortifying companies financial resilience.A QUEST FOR OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCEOperational transformation has become a focal point for many companies as they seek to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.In this pursuit,on-de

13、mand talent offer a wealth of experience and fresh insights in disciplines such as organizational design and workforce planning(#5),operational excellence(#9),supply chain(#10),and organizational transformation(#13).Theyre also meeting rapidly rising needs for skills such as Lean,Six Sigma,and total

14、 quality management(+300%)and manufacturing strategy(+150%).Even in industries requiring deep specialization like life science and healthcare,on-demand talent are helping with critical areas such as clinical operations(+67%)reflecting the targeted experience on-demand talent can bring to help client

15、s achieve sustainability and adaptability in an unpredictable landscape.EMBRACING AI,DATA,AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIESRapid technology advancements like generative AI present both challenges and unprecedented opportunities for top companies.To navigate the quickly developing technology terrain,business

16、 leaders are seeking guidance from on-demand talent skilled in technology and systems implementation(#6),artificial intelligence and machine learning(+100%),and data science(+100%).These specialized professionals help businesses seize the potential offered by advanced technologies and position thems

17、elves at the forefront of innovation.As companies embrace digital transformation,on-demand talent becomes a crucial catalyst for their success in a tech-driven world.BIG,BOLD MOVES BY SOMECounter to the caution expressed by many,some business leaders are seizing this moment to fearlessly blaze a pat

18、h forward.To facilitate these ambitious endeavors,theyre turning to on-demand talent for vital support with growth strategy(#4),post-merger integration(#12),divestitures and spinouts(+200%),and turnaround and restructuring(+100%).Offering expertise and agility to execute complex transactions and org

19、anizational strategies,on-demand talent are playing a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of business expansion and transformation.2023 SKILLS INDEX1.Financial Controls,Accounting,and Audit2.Project Management3.Financial Planning,Analysis,and Modeling4.Growth Strategy5.Organizational Design and Wo

20、rkforce Planning6.Technology and Systems Implementation7.Market Access and Value8.Strategic Planning9.Operational Excellence10.Supply Chain11.Market Landscape and Research12.Post-Merger Integration13.Organizational Transformation14.Program Management Office(PMO)15.Corporate and Business Unit Strateg

21、yTop 15 Most In-Demand Skills for 2023Based on the total number of requests for each skill over the past 12 months2023 SKILLS INDEXChange in Most In-Demand Skills Since 2020Based on the total number of requests for each skill and grouped biannually1H2H20221.Financial Controls,Accounting,and Audit2.P

22、roject Management20234.Financial Planning,Analysis,and Modeling5.Organizational Design and Workforce PlanningAdvanced AnalyticsDue DiligenceChange Management1H 2H1H2H20202021Technology and Systems ImplementationProcess Optimization and TrnsformationMarket Access and ValueProgrm Management Ofice(PMO)

23、Strtegic PlanningCorporte and Business Unit StrtegySupply ChainStrtegic PlanningCompensation StrtegyFinancial Controls,Accounting,and AuditSupply ChainTechnology and Systems ImplementationProgrm Management Ofice(PMO)Financial Planning,Analysis,and ModelingAdvanced AnalyticsCorporte and Business Unit

24、 StrtegyMarket Landscape and Research1H9.Market Landscape and Research3.Growth Strtegy6.Market Access and Value7.Progrm Management Ofice(PMO)Strtegic Planning10.Opertional Excellence8.Technology and Systems ImplementationPB|2023 SKILLS INDEXLean,Six Sigma,and Total Quality ManagementDivestitures and

25、 SpinoutsProgram Management Office(PMO)Manufacturing Strategy Risk ManagementArtificial Intelligence and Machine LearningData Science Turnaround and Restructuring TreasuryChannel ManagementMeasures,Incentives,and KPIsFinancial Controls,Accounting,and AuditClinical OperationsGrowth StrategyMarket Lan

26、dscape and ResearchTop 15 Fastest Rising Skills for 2023Based on a comparison of requests for each skill in Jan-June 2023 vs.July-Dec 2022+300%+200%+156%+150%+100%+100%+100%+100%+100%+100%+94%+67%+55%2345678910+53%1112131415+150%12023 SKILLS INDEXThe Rise of Generative AIHow on-demand talent can hel

27、p with todays most disruptive business topicAI Assessment and StrategyTap business strategists and tech experts to assess AI opportunities for your organization,craft an AI strategy,and create a practical roadmap for experimentation and beyond.Data Foundation DevelopmentAccess data scientists and ad

28、vanced analytics consultants to refine your data strategies,data processes,data organization,data quality,and data security to capture the most value from AI.Digital TransformationGet help from trained management consultants,project managers,and change managers skilled at leading critical transforma

29、tions and helping clients navigate disruptive change.Interim LeadershipEngage an interim AI,data,digital,or tech leader with experience overseeing the strategic direction of technology,data,and IT functions at an enterprise scale.Four key ways to leverage on-demand talent on your AI journeyUp to$4.4

30、 trillion in potential economic value could be unlocked through the use of generative AI.875%of CEOs believe the organization with the most advanced generative AI has competitive advantage.974%of executives believe the benefits of generative AI will outweigh the associated concerns.10But leaders fac

31、e multiple hurdles with adoption.9,11 Lack of clarity on the regulation of AI Lack of engagement at senior levels Little understanding about where these technologies can be best applied Too busy with other things Concerns about data lineage,provenance,and security71%of executives say their organizat

32、ion does not have the in-house expertise to adopt generative AI.Demand is quickly increasing for on-demand talent with the strategic,technical,and operational skills to help.Generative AIor artificial intelligence capable of generating media and data in response to user promptsis poised to deliver e

33、normous economic benefits for companies.Top challenges organizations anticipate:Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning+100%in demand,building on a 500%rise found in last years Skills IndexTechnology and Systems Implementation#6 most in-demand skillData Science+100%in demand2023 SKILLS INDEXTop

34、 5 Most In-Demand Skills by IndustryBased on the total number of requests for each skillLife Science1.Project Management2.Market Access and Value3.Strategic Planning4.Advanced Analytics5.Product LaunchIndustrial Goods and Services1.Financial Controls,Accounting,and Audit2.Cost Reduction3.Organizatio

35、nal Design and Workforce Planning4.Post-Merger Integration5.Growth StrategyInsurance1.Innovation Strategy2.Growth Strategy3.Digital Marketing4.Service Operations5.Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningConsumer Markets1.Supply Chain2.Financial Planning,Analysis,and Modeling3.Operational Excelle

36、nce4.Growth Strategy5.Corporate and Business Unit Strategy Financial Services1.Project Management2.Financial Controls,Accounting,and Audit3.Organizational Transformation4.Financial Planning,Analysis,and Modeling5.Technology and Systems ImplementationHealthcare1.Financial Controls,Accounting,and Audi

37、t2.Technology and Systems Implementation3.Benefits Planning and Management4.Organizational Design and Workforce Planning5.CommunicationsPB|2023 SKILLS INDEXIn-demand skills by industry,continuedPrivate Equity1.Financial Controls,Accounting and Audit2.Financial Planning,Analysis,and Modeling3.Organiz

38、ational Design and Workforce Planning4.Growth Strategy5.Organizational TransformationNonprofit and Government1.Market Landscape and Research2.Organizational Design and Workforce Planning3.Enterprise Resource Planning(ERP)4.Technology and Systems Implementation5.IT ComplianceMedia and Entertainment1.

39、Financial Planning,Analysis,and Modeling2.Financial Controls,Accounting,and Audit3.Organizational Design and Workforce Planning4.Operational Excellence5.Strategic PlanningProfessional Services1.Strategic Planning2.Growth Strategy3.Technology and Systems Implementation4.Operational Excellence5.Progra

40、m Management Office(PMO)Technology1.Growth Strategy2.Financial Planning,Analysis,and Modeling3.Financial Controls,Accounting,and Audit4.Global Human Resources 5.Strategic PlanningPB|2023 SKILLS INDEXSources1“The Probability of US Recession in the Next Year Has Fallen to 20%.”Goldman Sachs,July 2023.

41、2“LEI for the US Fell Further in June.”The Conference Board,July 2023.3 Internal analysis of BTG project data,July 2023.4 Beat the Crisis:How Executives Are Responding to Economic Shocks and Talent Shortages.Mercer,2023.5“2023 Global Talent Shortage.”ManpowerGroup,2023.6“Setting Good Work Standards.

42、”World Economic Forum,2022.7“2023 High-End Independent Talent Report.”Business Talent Group,April 2023.8“McKinsey Technology Trends Outlook 2023.”McKinsey Digital,July 2023.9“CEO Decision-Making in the Age of AI.”IBM Institute for Business Value,June 2023.10“Harnessing the Value of Generative AI.”Ca

43、pgemini,July 2023.11“Generative AI:A Consulting Market Worth Investing in,but Staking the Right Type of Early Claim Will Be Critical.”Source Global,July 2023.EMPOWER YOUR ORGANIZATION TO NAVIGATE ANY CHALLENGE.Access thousands of on-demand consultants,subject matter experts,project managers,and interim executives with the skills you need to thrive amid uncertainty.Get started today:2023 SKILLS INDEX