HR Tech Implementation in Saudi Arabia

The HR leaders in the Kingdom helped us understand the Dynamics of Human Capital and Technology in the region.

The landscape of Human Resources in Saudi Arabia is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements and changing workforce dynamics. At the 2-day conference of the 8th Annual HR Tech Saudi Summit that happened on the 4th and 5th of November at the Voco Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia a group of 400+ HR and IT leaders from across the Kingdom came together to brainstorm on the groundbreaking solutions for the upcoming challenges and trends?in Digital Transformation for HR?in the region. A survey conducted by QnA International at this Summit full of?HR and Tech?leaders from cross-industry in the Kingdom,?have provided valuable insights into the current state and?future of work?as we head in 2025 by leveraging technology for HR.?We had HR and IT Leaders from the region from various industries bringing cross industry perspective.

The survey reveals a strong inclination towards embracing HR technology among Saudi organizations. A substantial 85.71% of respondents indicated that their companies are actively investing in HR tech solutions and the percentage of HR processes that are currently automated in their organisations.

This high adoption rate underscores the recognition of technology's role in streamlining HR processes and enhancing overall efficiency. To better understand this adoption and foresee the trends and challenges of 2025 we prepared questions ranging from different functions of HR to understand HR Tech implementation in the Kingdom.

When it comes to specific areas of HR tech implementation, several key focus points emerged:

These findings suggest a balanced approach to HR tech implementation, with a particular emphasis on talent acquisition and employee development.

Despite the enthusiasm for HR technology, organizations face several challenges in its implementation. Some of the key challenges revealed through the live poll include:

These challenges highlight the need for careful planning and change management strategies when introducing new HR technologies.

Looking ahead, HR leaders in Saudi Arabia anticipate several trends shaping the future of their field:

These predictions align with global HR trends, indicating that Saudi Arabia's HR landscape is evolving in tandem with international best practices.

The survey results paint a picture of a dynamic and forward-thinking HR environment in Saudi Arabia. With a strong focus on technology adoption, balanced implementation across various HR functions, and a clear vision for future trends, HR leaders in the Kingdom are well-positioned to drive innovation and enhance human capital management in the region.