A study commissioned by Vodafone Germany’s European research-focused division backed greater adoption of digital technologies to alleviate the impact of an anticipated shortage of skilled workers in the nation.

The operator’s European think tank Vodafone Institute for Society and Communication claimed modern digital technology could compensate for a shortage of skilled labour expected to amount to 1.5 million roles by 2035.

Wide-ranging benefits were cited for sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, transport and public administration.

The Institute noted there was a particularly high potential in the areas of Germany with a…