HCLTech and Pearson Partner to Bridge Global Skills Gap in the AI Era

 Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's leader in lifelong learning, and HCLTech, a global technology company , today announced a multi-year strategic partnership to accelerate the transformation of learning, skills and workforce readiness in an AI-powered world.

This partnership combines Pearson's global expertise and scale in learning and assessment with HCLTech's strengths in digital transformation, product engineering, and AI. Together, the two companies will co-develop AI-powered products and services designed to bridge the skills gap, empower individuals to advance their careers, and help organizations adapt and succeed amid rapid technological change.

Pearson will leverage HCLTech's engineering and professional services capabilities, including its GenAI platform, AI Force , and its EdTech platform, Career Shaper ™ , to expand and enhance AI-powered learning programs, assessments, and workforce analytics. These capabilities will help prepare people for the future of work in enterprises, higher education, and government.

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Additionally, Pearson's AI-powered learning and assessment tools will be incorporated into HCLTech's internal HR ecosystem. This includes structured learning paths, verified credentials through Credly , as well as Pearson's Faethm AI platform for talent design, development, and career progression.

Pearson and HCLTech will collaborate on three strategic pillars:

Accelerating market access: The companies will collaborate on the development of learning and assessment products while enhancing co-innovation and delivery through digital engineering. Together, they will provide AI-powered learning and workforce solutions for enterprise customers, focusing on high-demand areas in key global markets.

AI Innovation Lab: A dedicated AI Tech Lab will serve as the engine room for joint innovation, where Pearson and HCLTech will co-develop next-generation learning products powered by GenAI and built on HCLTech's Career Shaper™ platform.

Strategic Talent Design: Pearson and HCLTech will leverage their combined talent design and assessment capabilities to deliver actionable workforce insights that will help organizations align learning investments with business strategy, close skills gaps, and future-proof their talent pipelines.

Omar Abbosh , CEO of Pearson , said:  "Workers and employers around the world are facing challenges posed by the rise of AI in the workplace. This is creating a skills gap that we need to address urgently. Together with HCLTech, we will provide people with AI-powered learning tools and skills that will help them cope with constant change and build successful, flexible careers."

"This partnership marks an exciting new chapter in our relationship with Pearson," said C Vijayakumar, CEO and Managing Director of HCLTech. "As GenAI and digital engineering are redefining possibilities in education and workforce development, we are excited to expand this collaboration globally. Together, we have a unique opportunity to create transformational learning experiences and gain a competitive advantage for learners and institutions around the world."

This partnership is a step forward in Pearson's commitment to integrate AI into its products and accelerate the execution of its enterprise skills strategy. It also underscores Pearson's focus on working with strategic partners who share a vision to drive joint innovation, value, and growth.