UK must support lifelong learning to be ready for the coming wave of automation

The increasing sophistication of automated systems will have far-reaching implications for work and employment, and governments should be ready for upheaval. "WHO IS READY FOR THE COMING WAVE OF AUTOMATION? The Automation Readiness Index", created by The Economist Intelligence Unit and sponsored by ABB, assesses how well-prepared 25 countries are for the challenges and opportunities of intelligent automation. The Automation Readiness Index compares countries on their preparedness for the age of intelligent automation. In assessing the existence of policy and strategy in the areas of innovation, education and the labour market, the study finds that little policy is in place today that specifically addresses the challenges of AI- and robotics-based automation.