As part of the E-SHIFT needs analysis, project partners spoke with workers, trainers, employers, labour market experts, and policymakers to better understand the challenges and opportunities created by digital transformation. One message emerged consistently across countries and stakeholder groups: continuous…
A key milestone has been reached in the E-SHIFT project: the completion of the international needs analysis. The research aimed to better understand how digitalisation, automation, artificial intelligence, and e-commerce are changing the world of work and what competences workers…
The E-SHIFT project (Transition and Skill Development for E-Commerce and Digital Entrepreneurship) officially started on 1 September 2025, bringing together partners from across Europe to address one of the most pressing challenges facing today’s workforce: the impact of digitalisation, automation,…
As part of our needs assessment, BUPNET conducted over 10 in-depth interviews with small and medium-sized enterprises in sectors such as ecological farming, energy solutions, and environmental services, as well as with represenatives of educational networks. Common themes included the…
We are pleased to report strong engagement with our TRANSFORM survey. In Germany, over 30 individuals have already shared their views on their current skills, training needs, and career goals. Across the partnership, nearly 300 responses have been received so…
As part of our background research, each partner has compiled a national policy analysis to better understand the framework conditions for adult learning and workforce development. In Germany, recent legislation such as the Act on Strengthening Training and Further Education…
We are currently inviting employees and job seekers in Germany and across Europe to take part in our TRANSFORM survey! If you are looking to update your skills or move into a new field – particularly in green or digital…
The TRANSFORM project has entered its first key phase: the needs assessment. Across the partner countries, we are collecting insights through surveys and interviews with SMEs and stakeholders in the agri-food, energy, and tourism sectors. These early activities will inform…
We are pleased to announce the successful launch of the TRANSFORM project! The official kick-off meeting took place on 7–8 May 2025 in Palermo, Italy, bringing together partners from seven EU countries to align on goals, roles and the roadmap…