In the digital-first world, technology isn't just a supporting function, but a vital player in an organization's success. This survey of thousands of executives and technology professionals examines the status, future, and risks of IT and technology use, specifically in large and enterprise-sized organizations in Saudi Arabia and across the world.
We surveyed 3,300 professionals worldwide working in IT and other business functions. In Saudi Arabia, 200 decision-makers across IT and other key business functions were surveyed from a range of private sector organizations. We've divided them into two broad categories: IT decision-makers (ITDMs) and business decision-makers (BDMs).
ITDMs
BDMs
of the decision-makers in Saudi Arabia report that the collaboration between the organization's IT team and other departments has increased over the last 2 years.
also agree that IT is now more responsible for business innovation than ever before.
of decision-makers in Saudi Arabia believe that it is the responsibility of IT and security teams to protect their organization from cyberattacks.
Top two teams or people responsible for cybersecurity
Based on the responses of decision-makers (ITDMs and BDMs)
of the BDMs in Saudi Arabia report that their organizations have invested in AI to prevent cyberattacks. This is in line with the global average.
of the decision-makers in Saudi Arabia expect AI and ML technologies to play a significant role in strengthening their IT security framework in the near future.
Non-IT teams building their own applications with low-code and no-code platforms
Based on the responses of ITDMs
Top non-IT departments that need more technical training
Based on the responses of ITDMs
of ITDMs in Saudi Arabia said they're not actively looking for a new job and seem to be satisfied with their current employer. This is 17% higher than the global average of 51%.
feel that their loyalty towards their employer has not wavered much in the last two years.
of Saudi Arabian ITDMs say lack of promotion opportunities would drive them to resign from their organizations.
Which of the below would drive you to resign from your current organization if it was no longer offered?
Based on the responses of ITDMs
of the ITDMs in Saudi Arabia report that they were inadequately consulted or not consulted at all before establishing a flexible working model. This is 19% higher than the global average of 33%.
say that they hadn't been consulted at all. This is the highest when compared with the rest of the globe.
The proliferation of technology is breaking down barriers between IT teams and other departments, leading to elevated collaboration. Organizations are leveraging AI and ML technologies to bolster their cybersecurity frameworks. Meanwhile, non-IT teams are being empowered by low-code and no-code platforms to build their own applications.
Organizations in Saudi Arabia have rightly understood the wants and needs of their tech leaders, ensuring their satisfaction and steadfast loyalty. In the age of the Great Resignation, the fact that most organizations in Saudi Arabia are retaining their talent is a noteworthy achievement.
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