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Plugging the talent shortfall as 'data scientist' becomes the new sexy

Benjamin Cher
Benjamin Cher • 2 min read
Plugging the talent shortfall as 'data scientist' becomes the new sexy
SINGAPORE (Apr 12): Demand for data specialists is outstripping supply across Asia-Pacific, according to a study by the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation, as “data scientist” becomes the new hot job.
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SINGAPORE (Apr 12): Demand for data specialists is outstripping supply across Asia-Pacific, according to a study by the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation, as “data scientist” becomes the new hot job.

Yet, the turnover of data professionals tends to be relatively high.

These professionals stay in the job for an average of 1½ to two years, adding to the challenge of an already limited pool of talent.

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