Solving the IT skills gap in 2026

What’s the real answer to the IT skills gap, and how can you build scalable, skills-first, and credible IT certification programs? Read on to discover the tools and strategies that make IT certifications successful.Contents

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Solving the IT skills gap in 2026

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It seems that every year in living memory the concept of an ‘IT skills crisis’ has surfaced and 2026 appears to be no different. Fueled by the double-edged sword that is AI and reinforced by certification programs struggling to keep pace with industry changes, the skills gap isn't only alive and well, it's growing.

While the approach of reskilling and upskilling seems the obvious answer, the reality is that many organizations are struggling to put this into practice at scale.

In 2026 then, IT certifications need to be agile, built for continuous learning, and mapped to real-world job demands.

“77% of organizations report being impacted by the IT skills gap, with 56% noting upskilling and reskilling as the No. 1 strategy…53% still struggle with training.”

Global New Wire

The push needs to be towards more multi-model certification programs, ones that move away from purely fixed-form MCQ tests alone to include a wider mix of valid, complex, and higher-level assessment formats delivered via digestible micro-credentials.”