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Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is not just a national agenda — it’s transforming the DNA of public and private sector organizations. One of its most powerful outcomes? A complete shift in how companies...

As the GCC accelerates digital transformation and human capital development under national visions like Saudi Vision 2030 and Oman Vision 2040, Learning & Development (L&D) is being...

We’ve reviewed over 50 training RFPs from GCC government entities in the past 2 years—and a clear pattern emerges. Public sector clients are not looking for generic programs. They want strategic...

In the GCC, governments are spending millions on training—yet too often, impact is measured by attendance, not outcomes. The real question: what changed after the training? At Sharef & Co., we...

Governments and businesses across the GCC are investing heavily in digital transformation—from e-government portals to AI-enabled public services. But digital doesn’t mean successful—unless the...

Across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Oman, national development plans like Vision 2030 and Vision 2040 outline bold ambitions—digital economies, sustainable industries, and future-ready workforces. But...

In the AI age, leaders don’t need to code—but they do need to understand how AI works, how to ask the right questions, and how to lead in a world where algorithms influence strategy. Unfortunately,...

From virtual assistants that schedule meetings to autonomous AI agents that write code or analyze policy documents—AI is no longer a back-office tool. It’s now a collaborative team member. In the...

Many organizations in the GCC want to embrace AI—but don’t know where to start. Should you buy tools? Hire data scientists? Automate operations? The truth is: AI is not a tech decision—it’s a...

As GCC nations pursue ambitious transformation agendas under Vision 2030, Vision 2040, and Centennial 2071, one thing is clear: government leaders must shift from siloed problem-solving to systems...

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is already reshaping industries across the GCC—through automation, AI, robotics, and data-driven decision-making. Yet, many teams lack the skills to adapt. 58%...

Omanisation is not just about filling quotas—it’s about building long-term capability in the national workforce. For public sector leaders, this means going beyond recruitment to focus on structured...

In a globally connected, culturally diverse country like the UAE, leadership development must balance global frameworks with local relevance. Many programs still follow imported models that fail to...

Oman Vision 2040 lays out bold ambitions: economic diversification, public sector efficiency, and human capital development. But achieving this requires more than plans—it demands a strategic...

Across the GCC, governments and private organizations alike have bold strategies aligned to national visions like Saudi Vision 2030, UAE Centennial 2071, or Oman Vision 2040. Yet, execution remains...

In a region defined by change, complexity, and national transformation agendas, adaptive leadership is no longer a “nice to have”—it’s a core requirement. Whether navigating Vision 2030 reforms in...

Across the GCC, government and corporate sectors are heavily investing in leadership development. Yet, there’s a recurring gap in most models: Emotional Intelligence (EI). In environments shaped by...

As more young professionals enter the workforce across Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE, organizations are asking: Should we train them, coach them, or both? The answer lies in understanding the...

As artificial intelligence becomes a strategic pillar of government transformation in the GCC, public sector entities must rethink how they train and develop their workforce. Many ministries and...

At Sharef & Co., we design learning experiences that lead to tangible deliverables. By the end of our programs, participants leave with something more than slides—they leave with strategies, models,...

Many companies across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Oman continue to invest in off-the-shelf training solutions expecting fast results. But these programs often lead to disengagement, low ROI, and zero...

As GCC countries race to diversify their economies and shift toward knowledge-based, AI-powered ecosystems, one thing is clear: success depends on people — not just technology. To compete regionally...

In today’s GCC leadership landscape — where transformation, localization, and digital disruption dominate — Emotional Intelligence (EI) is fast becoming a defining trait of impactful leaders. While...

In the GCC, preparing national graduates for meaningful employment is more than a policy requirement — it’s a critical pillar of economic transformation under Vision 2030 (KSA), Vision 2040 (Oman),...

As GCC governments accelerate their digital transformation agendas, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changing enabler of smart governance, efficient services, and predictive...

Saudization is evolving from a regulatory requirement into a cornerstone of national workforce transformation. As Saudi Arabia accelerates its Vision 2030 goals, organizations are expected not only...

Across Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE, government institutions are under pressure to meet national transformation agendas. Vision 2030 and Vision 2040 require agile, strategic, and emotionally...

Despite massive investments in education across Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE, a crucial question remains: Are our graduates truly ready for the workforce? Studies from McKinsey and World Bank...

AI is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s here, reshaping how organizations assess, train, and develop talent. In the GCC, where governments are aggressively investing in digital transformation,...

As the GCC shifts toward knowledge-based economies under Vision 2030 (KSA), Vision 2040 (Oman), and UAE’s Centennial Vision 2071, employers are seeking a new generation of professionals who go...