The Essex Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) has taken a significant step forward in supporting the county's business community with the launch of its new sector insight webpages. These dynamic resources are designed to provide actionable intelligence and tailored insights for businesses, educators, and stakeholders across key industries in Essex.
Why Sector Insights Matter
Understanding sector-specific trends, challenges, and opportunities is vital for businesses aiming to remain competitive and for educators preparing the workforce of tomorrow. The webpages are structured to deliver valuable content in an accessible format, focusing on Essex’s priority sectors:
- Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Aviation
- AgriTech & Food Tech
- Community & Voluntary
- Construction & the Built Environment
- Creative & Cultural
- DigiTech
- Education
- Health, Social Care, and Med Tech
- Professional Services
- Transport & Logistics
Each sector page includes:
- An overview of the sector landscape across the county
- Employers survey results for the sector
- Skills Supply & Provider information for the sector, including our new Labour Market Dashboard
- Additional resources from trusted organisations & sources
LSIP Labour Market Dashboard
To deliver precise data on the skills supply in these sectors, we have partnered with Lightcast to offer their latest labour market dashboard.
Lightcast provides current labour market and vacancy information, sourced from a variety of government databases.
The dashboard allows you to analyse the labour market in specific areas and sectors, and to make comparisons across different regions.
How Businesses Can Benefit
The new webpages are more than just an information repository; they are a tool for growth and collaboration. For businesses, this means:
- Identifying skill shortages to inform recruitment and training strategies.
- Connecting with local education providers to shape future curricula.
- Gaining a competitive edge by staying ahead of sector trends.
- Supporting a Thriving Local Economy
The Essex LSIP initiative aligns with the broader mission to create a sustainable, skilled workforce that meets the demands of a rapidly evolving economy. By equipping businesses with the right tools and knowledge, the LSIP is fostering innovation, growth, and resilience within the county.
Get Involved
Essex LSIP invites local businesses, educators, and stakeholders to explore the new sector insight webpages and contribute their perspectives. Collaboration is key to ensuring the success of this initiative, and your input can help shape the future of Essex’s workforce.
Visit the Essex LSIP sector insight webpages.
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