Digital transformation is proved to be absolutely essential in today's era. With the world in a state of flux, the world has increasingly embraced and has been relying more on digital tools in every aspect of their work. The rapid adoption of the internet has grown exponentially, and now 40 per cent of the world's population uses internet.

According to reports, the global IT (information technology) industry is growing impressively and is projected to value more than $5.3 trillion by 2022 and is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 5 per cent through 2024. Asia is estimated to be one large contributor in the global technology industry.

These increasing developments in technology make it vital for students to upskill themselves in the rapidly changing digital world.

 Storage and management of data

In the tech-driven era it is important for students to have a thorough understanding of the risks of cyber-attacks and should have knowledge of how to protect and safeguard the data of the employers as well as maintain the data compliance of an organisation. The students should also ensure to have knowledge about cloud software (SAAS) as many businesses are now being run in the cloud.

Digital problem solving

Every student in the tech driven era should have a knack for digital problem solving as these problem-solving skills are a part of generic skills that every individual must possess in a work place.

Social media for business

Use of social media in private and work life differ greatly and should not be taken for granted. Since, use of social media for business helps the organisation to maintain a dynamic relationship with its customers and simultaneously compete with its competitor; the appropriate use of social media plays a vital role.

Communication and collaborative digital tools

In the era that is driven by technology almost all the businesses have started to communicate with their customers and create deals to extend their business through the online mode. Since the state of business depends on this collaboration and customer communication, it is important for the students to have knowledge about the use of applications and software for a smooth digital communication. The students should not only have contextual knowledge of when, how and under what conditions should the appropriate tools be used but also have practical knowledge for the same.

Engaging content creation

Earlier this skill was only demanded for people working in content marketing, however, today, irrespective of the job title every working person should have the skill of content creation. This means, the students should have good understanding of writing skill and content creation and should have the knowledge of using correct content and proper implementation of applicable legislation.

The writer is Sachin Gupta, Chancellor at  Sanskriti University