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A recent Deloitte report examined how life sciences and healthcare organisations are responding to the growing use of advanced technologies, such as agentics, AI, robotics, and AI-driven systems, to deliver highly personalised, more efficient care.

The UK is a world leader in life sciences tech, excelling in healthcare innovation and cutting-edge technology that drives its global success.

It’s universally acknowledged that the lack of niche tech life sciences expertise is holding the sector back. As early as 2017, a government report projected a shortfall of up to 133,000 skilled workers by 2030, threatening the UK sector’s growth, innovation, and global reputation.

The life sciences sector has always relied on specialist IT talent to develop new pharmaceuticals or medical devices.

AI is increasingly present across the life sciences sector, reshaping the future of human health from drug discovery and diagnostics to commercial operations.

Technical expertise remains fundamental for IT roles within the life sciences sector.