Taiwans machine tool industry holds a crucial position in the global precision manufacturing supply chain. 91Ƶever, a silent "talent crunch" and "knowledge succession crisis" are now threatening its future. With the acceleration of smart manufacturing, AI, and automation, the industry's demand for high-end, cross-disciplinary talentskilled in electrical control, software integration, and AI applicationshas surged. Yet, the market supply is severely insufficient, hindering the industry's digital transformation and upgrade. Industry observers warn that if this gap continues to widen, Taiwan's international competitiveness in the machine tool sector could face significant challenges within the next five to ten years.