HR leaders play a key role, but organisations often overlook people in change efforts. To succeed, you need clear planning, strong follow-through, and decisions based on data.
By bringing together areeba’s payment expertise and Zoho’s digital tools, the partnership will help businesses across the Middle East work more efficiently, operate more smoothly, and grow faster.
Digitalisation is accelerating skill demands, with employees eager to upskill—especially in AI, data, and programming. Yet many feel unsupported. To stay competitive, employers must close the training gap, offer role-relevant learning, and align development with business goals.
AI Tools with inclusive design, real-time translation, and accessibility features ensure that all employees, regardless of language, ability, or background, have the same opportunities for success.
The shutdown of Skype symbolises broader missteps in the worktech space. Over time, it became bloated and confusing, making users move on to sleeker, AI-first platforms.
Among the Gulf nations, the UAE and Saudi Arabia, with scores ranging between 60% and 80%, continue to stand out as leaders in AI knowledge, confidence, and training. Both countries show strong understanding of AI, and a solid commitment to formal, ethical AI training.
In a world increasingly dominated by AI and algorithms, the role of humans as 'framers' remains vital, and HR professionals must navigate both opportunities and challenges.