The future of work
How Fox4Work™ prepares professionals for the age of robotics
Robotics is no longer a futuristic trend; it is a reality that is redefining today’s world of work. Many professions are evolving or even disappearing, and the key to success lies in the ability to adapt by acquiring new skills.
According to a World Economic Forum report, nearly 40% of workplace skills will be completely transformed by 2030, and 63% of employers already see skills shortages as the main barrier to transformation. In response, 77% of companies plan to train and reskill their employees to support technological change.
This is where our platform comes into play, designed to support professionals through this transition and prepare them for a rapidly changing job market.
An adaptive platform for a changing world of work
Fox4WorkTM positions itself as an essential ally for workers who want to thrive in this new robotized environment. The platform therefore develops a holistic approach that goes far beyond simple training, creating an ecosystem that provides our customers with a set of high-performance tools.
Identify tomorrow’s skills
Through continuous technology monitoring and analysis of market needs, Fox4WorkTM helps users identify the key skills that will be in demand in the future (robotics, artificial intelligence, data analysis, etc.).
The rapid advancement of technologies—especially AI and robotics—will significantly increase the demand for specialists in these fields in the coming years. Fox4WorkTM helps anticipate these needs by guiding professionals toward emerging skill sets.
Train for robotics professions
The platform offers tailored training paths, from an introduction to robot programming to advanced modules in robotic maintenance and human–robot collaboration.
Designed to be accessible and practical, these training programs enable rapid skill development.
Advances in robotics now make learning easier: for example, modern collaborative robots can be installed and programmed in just a few hours, without the need for an in-house robotics expert.
Assess employability
Beyond training, Fox4Work™ provides assessment tools to help each user measure their current skill level and identify areas to improve to stay competitive.
By visualizing their strengths and gaps this way, professionals can steer their career development more effectively.
This regular self-assessment, combined with the platform’s guidance, ensures that everyone stays one step ahead of market requirements.
The evolution of Fox4WorkTM
Towards a robotic integration platform
Fox4Work™’s ambition goes beyond individual training. The roadmap aims to turn the platform into a real bridge between trained professionals and the robotics industry.
In other words, Fox4WorkTM aims not only to facilitate learning, but also the effective application of new skills within organizations.
Here are the next steps in our roadmap.
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Creation of a robotics project hub
Fox4WorkTM aims to develop a dedicated space that connects platform-certified professionals with companies looking to integrate robotic solutions.
In concrete terms, a project hub will allow users to apply for real business assignments and put their new skills into practice in the field. For companies, it is an opportunity to quickly find the trained talent they need to successfully deliver their automation projects.
This networking can accelerate the adoption of robotics, which is all the more crucial as 76% of European companies report a lack of suitable talent slowing down the adoption of digital technologies.
By bridging this gap between the supply and demand of skills, Fox4WorkTM aims to streamline collaboration between logistics decision-makers and robotics experts.
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Simulation and augmented reality
To make learning even more immersive, Fox4WorkTM plans to add simulation and augmented reality (AR) modules to its platform. These innovative tools will let users practice robot programming and handling in a safe virtual environment before moving on to real-world applications in a warehouse or factory.
Immersive training methods have already proven their value: for example, using AR headsets in Coca-Cola HBC and DHL warehouses increased task execution speed by 37% while significantly reducing picking errors.
Similarly, a study from Stanford University showed that virtual and augmented reality training tools can improve learning performance by up to 76% while reducing new employee onboarding time by 52%.
By integrating such interactive simulations, Fox4WorkTM will provide realistic training where mistakes have no consequences and learners can progress faster thanks to immediate feedback and hands-on learning.
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Partnerships with robot manufacturers
To ensure that the skills acquired on the platform are directly applicable and recognized by employers, Fox4WorkTM plans to partner with leaders in the robotics industry. These partnerships will make it possible to offer certified training on specific robot technologies and models (robotic arms, cobots, logistics AGVs/AMRs, etc.).
This allows a user to complete a module dedicated to a specific robot and obtain an official certification validating their proficiency.
Robot manufacturers themselves encourage such initiatives: for example, ABB offers modular training programs via its RoboMasters app with certification, with each learner receiving a recognized certificate proving their ability to program and operate ABB robots.
This approach is essential to remove barriers to automation: an international survey conducted by ABB Robotics revealed that 34% of companies hesitate to invest in robots due to a lack of skilled staff, and nearly one third would reconsider if adequate training were available.
By building close ties with manufacturers, Fox4Work™ ensures training paths match real-world requirements while giving professionals a quality credential valued on the job market.
Robotics is a driving force behind innovation and productivity in modern industry. When well integrated, it delivers higher output at lower cost and improves operational reliability by eliminating many errors.
By investing in the development of its users’ skills, Fox4WorkTM does more than adapt to this revolution: the platform helps professionals become its key players.
As an evolving BTB Europe project, Fox4WorkTM aims to support each logistics-robot integration project with dedicated expertise: the company plans to assign one expert per project to ensure a tailored deployment and smooth adoption by field teams.
The future of work will be defined by a harmonious collaboration between humans and machines, and Fox4WorkTM is here to ensure that no one is left behind.
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