Human capital management (HCM) is the new strategic driver for organisations' success in 2025, leveraging AI, analytics and people-centric approaches to improve employee well-being, inclusion and operational efficiency.
"The workplace, especially in the GCC is undergoing significant transformation. The region's unique workforce mix makes HR very unique as well, and I believe it has a long journey ahead," underlines Dr Muhammad in this exclusive conversation with People Matters.
HR's role has evolved from administrative functions to strategic leadership, integrating human capital into business strategies and influencing organisational success through collaboration, data-driven insights, and technological adoption.
For the UAE to achieve its ambition of becoming a global innovation hub, it needs to boost its tech talent, particularly in critical areas like AI and cybersecurity.