Training in the Industry 4.0 (in Spain and Italy)

Abstract

The Industry 4.0, known as the fourth industrial revolution, refers to an industrial revolution that is stimulated by the digital transformation and the introduction of the digital technology in the industry in general. The digital transformation supposes the whole challenge for the Spanish and Italian industry; nevertheless, it offers the opportunity to improve the competitive position on the international market.

The reports indicate that the digitalization of the industry will suppose the disappearance of 7,1 million employments in 15 countries most industrialized of the world; as well as the creation of 2,1 million new positions for 2020. For this better competitive position of the activation of the Industry 4.0 there is needed that the workers have a training 4.0, provided that new professions based on the digitalization will be demanded.

The present study offers a first definition of the Industry 4.0 and an analysis of the training policies for Industry 4.0 in Spain and Italy, concluding with some remarks.