The work of the Labour observatory continues during the period of isolation

During the current period of social isolation, necessary for the containment of COVID-19, the work of the Labour Observatory has explored ways to use the potential that technology can offer. Thus, the research team is continuing the work leading to the diagnosis of qualification and requalification priorities for the Aveiro territory, by means of various consultation activities with local actors, namely through interviews and questionnaires.

Given the current circumstances, the first round of interviews is advancing, with the collaboration of the target companies, using video conferencing. In March and April, interviews with companies from the TICE and Industry sectors start, contributing to the diagnosis, by offering their vision about the main qualification needs for their business, in the near future, associated with their investments in digital technologies.

In addition, online questionnaires will also be made available soon, which are another means of collecting data from companies, and which will be fundamental to assess which are the main skills gaps, in Aveiro, associated with the digital transformation. The questionnaires are designed to address two hierarchical levels within companies, operational and managerial. The questions are intended to understand how companies position themselves in relation to qualification and requalification, in addition to addressing the prioritization of competencies.

The Labour Observatory would like address a special thanks to the business community, which, despite the demanding current scenario, marked by strong uncertainty and adaptation needs, is partnering with the project and concerned with the sustainability of Aveiro's digital transformation, by agreeing to collaborate with the research team of the Observatory in this remote model.