Business services/consultancy
The diverse support provided to organisations by the business services sector underpins the success of the economy and involves the employment of a huge number of people
Construction
The construction industry is essential to the modern urban environment, but the attraction and retention of employees in this sector has never been more of a challenge
Charity/not for profit
Charities, not-for-profit organisations and social enterprises are increasingly embracing digital learning solutions and e-learning development to train their employees and volunteers to drive positive change
Defence
The changing nature and growing complexity of 21st century conflict and international threats demand a highly agile and flexible response from the military
Education
The delivery of modern education and training has been transformed by digital technology
Engineering
Engineering is crucial to national and global infrastructure and the industry needs a talent and skills strategy that responds to our fast-changing modern world
Energy and utilities
While the world continues to demand ever more power, the energy sector is undergoing a massive transformation
Entertainment/media
The entertainment and media industry is confronting – and often leading – the transformations of a digital era
Environmental
Organisations and governments around the world increasingly recognise the vital importance of a healthy natural environment and are taking up the fight against runaway climate change
Financial services
The global banking sector has regained resilience after the destabilising financial crisis – but this needs to be monitored and maintained continually to meet stress tests and future unknown challenges
Food and beverage
Technological advances play a growing role in the essential food and beverage industry
Government
The public sector employs millions of people to deliver services that are vital to national development, health and wellbeing
Health and social care
Health and social care organisations work with people who are vulnerable, meeting needs related to illness, poverty, disability or the challenges of later life
Housing
The housing sector has been weathering turbulent times, dealing with the fallout of the international financial crisis, political uncertainty and, in Britain, shortages and issues such as the long-term impact of the Grenfell Tower tragedy
Humanitarian
The humanitarian sector protects and empowers some of the world’s most vulnerable populations in times of conflict, emergency and environmental disaster
Insurance
The insurance market is intensely competitive. With significant pressures on margins, cost efficiency is important
Legal/Law enforcement
Organisations involved in implementing and enforcing the law or promoting self-regulated industry standards engage in specialist work to support public welfare
Manufacturing
The manufacturing industry is integral to the modern economy, employing huge numbers of people
Oil and gas
The oil and gas industry faces serious global challenges, from rising costs of exploration, volatile prices and increasing environmental standards
Pharmaceutical
Competition within the pharmaceutical industry is fierce, as demand for life-enhancing, advanced medical products continues to grow
Professional body/regulator
Recruitment
Hiring is essential to every company’s success, so the recruitment sector is large and vital
Retail/services
The retail and services environment is changing rapidly. Workforce learning and development is vital to staying ahead in a highly competitive market
IT and telecoms
The telecommunications sector is integral to the global economy and day-to-day modern life, with individuals and businesses dependent on connected devices and wireless communication technology
Transport, logistics & driving
Transport and logistics industries are experiencing profound transformation, with all transport and business types being impacted
Travel
The travel and tourism industry has a significant impact on the economy, supporting millions of jobs and delivering investment, income and cultural value to the connected modern world