State of Global Manpower Report
Annual outlook on international labor flows, sector demand, and workforce transformation across GCC & South Asia.
Executive Summary
This flagship report synthesizes hiring trends, wage movements, localization agendas, and cross-border mobility. It benchmarks demand across construction, healthcare, hospitality, IT, logistics, and banking/finance, with emphasis on the UAE, KSA, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Bangladesh corridors.
Leaders will find actionable guidance on capacity planning, sourcing markets, and policy changes influencing expatriate and national workforce strategies.
Highlights
- Sector demand index (GCC) and skill shortages map
- Visa & mobility reform timelines impacting lead times
- Compensation & benefits signals across roles/levels
- Localization & compliance considerations for 2025 plans
Key Insights
Demand Hotspots
Construction, healthcare, and tech roles show persistent gaps; targeted sourcing from South Asia continues.
Mobility & Payroll
Integrated HRIS/payroll/mobility systems reduce errors and expedite onboarding for expatriates.
Retention Levers
Career pathways, compliant benefits, and manager capability building cut turnover risk.
Build a Data-Driven Workforce Plan
We’ll map roles to supply markets, visa pathways, and payroll compliance.
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