Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s leading IT services company, has once again been recognized as the top employer in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, and South Africa for the year 2023 by the Top Employers Institute. This marks the eighth consecutive year that TCS has received this prestigious accolade, showcasing the company’s commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.One of the standout achievements of TCS is its remarkable efforts in promoting gender diversity. Women make up an impressive 42% of TCS’s local hires, challenging the prevailing gender gap in the technology industry. The company’s commitment to empowering women in the Middle East and Africa region is evident through its employment of 9,000 people from 35 different nationalities.Praising TCS’s dedication to its people, David Plink, CEO of the Top Employers Institute, emphasized the company’s successful certification as a Top Employer and applauded their continuous efforts in nurturing a thriving workplace culture.TCS’s Efforts in Upskilling and Supporting Local TalentTCS has been consistently recognized for its initiatives aimed at providing opportunities and upskilling local talent, especially in the field of advanced IT skills. In 2022, the company launched its flagship STEM education program, ‘TCS goIT’ Saudi Arabia. Through this program, TCS volunteers from the IT profession engaged with 900 school students, with 60% of the beneficiaries being girls. This effort exemplifies TCS’s commitment to creating a pipeline of skilled talent in the region and promoting technology careers among young women.The All Women Digital Services Center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, stands as another shining example of TCS’s investment in women employees. Nearly 1,000 skilled women in the country are employed through this initiative, demonstrating TCS’s dedication to supporting women’s empowerment and bridging the gender gap in the tech industry. The center was recognized with the King Khalid Sustainability Award, further validating TCS’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.A Vibrant and Nurturing WorkplaceRajiv Kumar, HR Head of Middle East, Africa, and Mediterranean at TCS, highlighted the company’s efforts in transforming its talent to align with evolving technology and creating new opportunities. TCS employees take immense pride in their role in driving innovation and competitive differentiation for customers.TCS’s commitment to talent transformation extends beyond gender diversity to encompass a broad-based approach, including race and nationality. This approach has led to a more vibrant and nurturing workplace, fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration.ConclusionTCS’s recognition as the top employer in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa is a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. The remarkable representation of women in the company’s local hires and its investment in upskilling and supporting local talent showcase TCS’s dedication to empowering individuals and driving talent transformation in the region.As TCS continues to lead the way as a trailblazing employer in the technology industry, its efforts in building a diverse and talented workforce are setting a positive example for other organizations. The company’s focus on women empowerment and fostering an inclusive workplace culture ensures that it remains at the forefront of the industry, making a positive impact on the lives of employees and contributing to the growth of the tech sector in the Middle East and Africa.
TCS: Leading the Way as Top Employer in UAE and Saudi Arabia with Emphasis on Women Empowerment
