White Papers

In Part 4 of our white paper series, we zoom in on how AI is transforming one of the most essential roles in data center operations: the Critical Environment Technician (CET).

As automation reshapes daily tasks, these technicians are evolving into AI-augmented specialists—focusing less on routine monitoring and more on strategic problem-solving, risk mitigation, and emergency response.

This installment explores how AI is redefining workforce expectations, the growing need for reskilling, and how organizations can adapt faster with the right talent strategy. We also preview Kelly Telecom’s upcoming Future Skills Navigator—a tool designed to help businesses assess automation risk, map skill transitions, and future-proof their workforce across data centers, electric power, and cybersecurity.

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In Part 3 of our white paper series, we dive deep into the current state of the digital infrastructure workforce—and where it’s headed. AI is reshaping how we work, hire, and train, while also driving surging demand for new technical roles across cybersecurity, electric power, and data centers. This installment provides a comprehensive workforce analysis and highlights the most in-demand job titles across each sector.

• Understand which roles are growing the fastest—from AI Engineers to Renewable Energy Technicians—and the challenges employers face when sourcing talent in today’s market.
• Explore how a unified, cross-sector strategy can help industries build resilient workforces while embracing AI, automation, and quantum innovation.

Download the full white paper to explore workforce trends, talent strategies, and the future of hiring in AI-powered infrastructure.

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing digital infrastructure-accelerating workflows, reducing costs, and unlocking new capabilities. But while AI boosts productivity, it also introduces urgent workforce challenges. In Part 2 of our white paper series, we unpack the double-edged nature of AI: how it reshapes job roles, demands new skillsets, and raises critical questions about workforce preparedness.

• Learn how AI is transforming roles across fiber, 5G, data centers, and energy.
• Discover the growing demand for hybrid skillsets-and how to develop them.

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The future of digital infrastructure depends on people-not just technology. In Part 1 of our white paper series, we explore the growing workforce crisis in AI, cybersecurity, electric power, and data centers. Learn why a siloed approach to hiring is no longer enough, and how Kelly Telecom is helping to close critical skill gaps through cross-sector talent strategies, AI-assisted hiring, and strategic training partnerships.

• Discover industry trends, most in-demand roles, and the workforce innovations shaping the future of infrastructure.
• Download the full white paper to learn how your organization can stay ahead.