Preparing the Transportation Workforce for Emerging Technologies

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June 9th, 2026

The rapid pace of technological advancements is changing how people and goods move through communities. The transportation workforce is adapting to the expansion of emerging technologies that have raised awareness of challenges that are inhibiting the industry’s ability to efficiently and effectively leverage their value. Although every transportation agency’s strategy for workforce adaptation is unique, there is a widely acknowledged need for additional resources that can support decision-making, promote continued investment, and focus training efforts to better prepare the industry’s workforce.

Preparing the Transportation Workforce for Emerging Technologies