Hong Kong’s financial bosses want staff to adapt to automation at work and upgrade skill sets
Almost three quarters say office automation will not mean fewer jobs, but instead a shift in skills required of financial professionals
Hong Kong’s top financial executives are embracing automation in the workplace and urging employees to enhance their problem-solving skills and adapt as machines replace manual duties, a survey has found.
Recruitment consultancy Robert Half polled 100 chief financial officers and financial directors at companies in a range of industries, including business services, marketing and logistics. The executives were questioned about their views on automation and expectations for finance staff.
Some 72 per cent agreed that office automation would not cause a loss of jobs, but instead a shift in the skills required of financial professionals.
“Rather than simply hand over control to robots, finance professionals can actively equip themselves with the skills required to leverage the capabilities of automation,” said Adam Johnston, managing director of Robert Half Hong Kong.
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“Using more advanced technology in the workplace requires additional, well-developed skills, such as advanced data analysis, interpretation skills, and decision-making skills.”
