The Workforce Shift: Upskilling and Reskilling for Tomorrow 

October, 2025— In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, talent development has become a strategic priority. As innovations like generative AI, robotics, and automation redefine industries, companies must act decisively to future-proof their workforce. That is where upskilling and reskilling come in.  

While upskilling enhances existing capabilities, reskilling empowers employees to transition into entirely new roles. Both are essential for building a resilient, adaptable staff ready to embrace the future.

According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025, 85% of global employers plan to upskill their workforce by 2030.

With 59% of workers expected to require training, organizations must rethink how they support continuous learning. To remain competitive, they need a dynamic business ecosystem that provides intentional, well-designed spaces and programs for learning and development. 

This is especially vital in innovation-driven sectors like MedTech, Smart Manufacturing, and Semiconductors, where the demand for specialized roles — such as AI specialists, biomedical engineers, and automation technicians— is rapidly increasing. In this context, long-term investment in talent and skills is a strategic imperative. 

Why Evolution Free Zone is the Ideal Launchpad

We are a future-ready environment designed to accelerate talent development and support global operations. As a Next-Generation business ecosystem, we provide a distinctive platform for long-term success. 

On-Site Training Center 

Evolution Free Zone is home to Costa Rica’s first-ever specialized INA Training Center located in a business park, underscoring our commitment to workforce capability building and continuous learning. 

This purpose-built facility will deliver high-demand technical and operational programs, tailored to meet the evolving needs of the industry. Equipped with workshops, modern classrooms, a metrology laboratory, and a clean room for training in the medical industry, this Training Center will offer specialized programs such as: 

• Technician and Operator in Precision Mechanics 

• Quality Technician and Quality Inspector 

• Production Supervision 

• Operator in Good Medical Manufacturing Practice 

• Attitudinal Skills for the Medical Industry 

• Fine Motor Skills for Medical Manufacturing 

• English 

The center is projected to train over 250 individuals per year, offering companies a direct pipeline of qualified talent and tailored training solutions. Designed in close alignment with evolving business needs, it enables organizations to strengthen workforce capabilities through upskilling and reskilling initiatives, increase operational efficiency, and maintain a competitive edge in high-value sectors.  

LUMINO: Learning platform 

Evolution Free Zone also leverages LUMINO —a platform powered by CODE Development Group, our developer — that creates, promotes, and distributes educational programs aligned with current market demands, effectively bridging the gap between academic preparation and industry needs. 

The platform focuses on strengthening both technical and soft skills, including enhanced English language proficiency, across key areas such as: 

• Human Resources 

• Manufacturing 

• Technology 

• Supply Chain 

• Soft Skills 

• Finance 

• Among others 

Moreover, through the “Back to School” program, developed in partnership with Castro Carazo University, employees from companies located within Evolution Free Zone, as well as people from neighboring communities, have the opportunity to enroll in GED or Third Cycle of High School studies. 

Building the Future, Together 

With a human-centered approach at our core, Evolution Free Zone does more than offer upskilling and reskilling programs. We also connect people with quality employment opportunities by participating in industry-specific job fairs and managing a specialized and exclusive job board, where individuals can easily submit their information to receive alerts about new openings or apply directly to available positions within the companies in our Industrial Park. 

By this means, Evolution Free Zone provides the infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and environment needed to attract and develop the talent that will lead the next wave of innovation.  

Through our High-Tech Business Ecosystem, we are committed to promoting the creation of 20,000 high-quality job opportunities over the next 15 years—empowering individuals with the tools and skills they need to thrive.  

This long-term vision reflects our belief that investing in people is the most powerful way to shape a resilient, future-ready workforce and a more innovative tomorrow.