Research: Developing Future-Ready Talent in the Gulf

Talent, Leadership and Learning Research: Developing Future-Ready Talent in the Gulf November 25, 2025 The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is executing one of the most ambitious socio-economic transformations in the world, yet many organisations in the Gulf are still using talent practices designed for steadier times. The ability to quickly develop and deploy talent to where and when it is needed will be critical to sustaining business growth and national agendas. This report, authored by Jo Nayler, Senior Research Executive, CRF outlines: How talent is a strategic risk in the Gulf and central to delivering the region’s ambitious transformation agendas.Why dynamic talent planning is essential in this rapidly changing context, and how organisations can implement an adaptive approach using CRF’s Dynamic Talent Planning tool.Practical ways organisations can accelerate talent development and deployment, including increasing internal mobility and leveraging technology and AI. Access the Research here. MEMBER LOGIN TO ACCESS ALL CRF CONTENT NOT A MEMBER? REGISTER FOR ACCESS TO THIS RESOURCE First Name* Last Name* Company* Job title* Email address* How did you hear about CRF?* CRF Email Existing/Previous CRF Member CRF Partner Organisation Social Media Search Engine (Google, Bing) Strategic Dimensions PARC Colleague/Line Manager/Word of Mouth HR PublicationWould you like to learn more about how CRF can support the development of your team?* Yes No Related content Research: Future-Ready Talent Management Summary Notes: Future Ready Talent Management Early Careers and Skills: Equipping the Workforce for What’s Next Future-Ready Workforce – Zurich