Acronis Wins Workforce Transformation Award for AI-Driven Upskilling in Singapore
Event summary
- Acronis Asia Research and Development Pte Ltd won the SME category of the Workforce Transformation Award at SGTech Industry Gala 2026.
- The award recognized Acronis's commitment to upskilling 54 local employees, including 48 R&D engineers, over two years in areas like AI, software architecture, and DevOps.
- Acronis launched a company-wide AI transformation initiative led by a Singapore-based C-level AI champion, focusing on productivity and innovation.
- The company's 110-strong software development and R&D team in Singapore benefits from internships with local universities, providing pathways to full-time employment.
The big picture
Acronis's award highlights the growing emphasis on AI-driven upskilling in cybersecurity and software development. The company's structured approach to integrating AI into its workforce aligns with broader industry trends toward skills-first hiring and job redesign. With over 21,000 service providers using its platform globally, Acronis's focus on local talent development could strengthen its position as a leader in cyber protection innovation.
What we're watching
- AI Integration
- How Acronis will sustain its AI-driven productivity gains across global operations.
- Talent Retention
- Whether the company can maintain its local engineering pipeline amid competitive hiring in Singapore's tech sector.
- Regional Expansion
- The pace at which Acronis scales similar workforce transformation initiatives in other markets.
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