Empowering People: The critical role of Digital Literacy in the modern workplace

In this session, we will explore the importance of digital literacy in today’s rapidly evolving workplace. The talk will cover the key components of digital literacy, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and some strategies to help empower employees by improving their digital skills. Attendees will gain insights into why digital literacy is essential for organisational success and how they can lead the way in nurturing a digitally literate workforce.

• Introduction to Digital Literacy – definition, scope and importance in the modern workplace
• Key Components of Digital Literacy – data literacy, proficiency, governance and security, people and communication
• Challenges and Opportunities including resistance to change
• Strategies to improve Digital Literacy, baselining, frameworks and measuring, using champions
• The Role of leadership