💼 Software Developers Top Mean Wages. Health Dept Receives Highest Research Funds. AI in Business Function.
Chart of the Day #444 Looks at Mean Wages in US Computing Jobs, Federal Funding for Research at US Universities, and AI-Driven Business Functions .
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Today's Topics
💼 Workforce. Software developers top mean wages in the US
⚕️ Health Skills. Post-pandemic focus increased research funding for HHS at universities
🤖 Artificial Intelligence. IT, marketing, and sales led AI-driven business functions
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💼 Software Developers Top Mean Wages in Computing in the US
Software developers average $138K, while support specialists earn $66K. The higher earnings for roles such as network architects and information security analysts highlight the rising demand for advanced technical skills amid growth in cybersecurity and AI. Apprenticeship programs could expand access to high-demand technical jobs in sectors like computing. This trend mirrors broader workforce shifts toward digital resilience and innovation. The Department of Labor’s National Apprenticeship Act supports talent pipelines by funding training programs to meet these accelerating market needs.
⚕️ Post-Pandemic Focus Increased Research Funding for HHS at Universities
The Department of Health and Human Services dominated federal research funding to universities in 2021 with $23.58B, representing over 26% of total allocations. The National Science Foundation, with $5.86B and the Department of Defense, with $5.27B ranked second and third. Combined, the top three agencies accounted for approximately 39% of university research funding. As the pandemic called for increased research capacity in the health sector, the latest government policies, such as funding cuts and technological advancements in AI, will alter the funding dynamics.
🤖 IT, Marketing, and Sales Led AI-Driven Business Functions
Marketing and Sales leads AI usage at 36%, reflecting its high applicability in customer-facing functions that rely on processing vast consumer data. The trend is toward hyper-personalization and content generation, where AI can quickly analyze purchasing histories and behaviors, allowing businesses like Sephora to deploy AI chatbots for personalized product recommendations. This deep data integration, however, faces significant regulatory constraints, with laws such as the European Union's AI Act explicitly prohibiting manipulative practices in advertising using AI.
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