ABOUT THE CLIENT
A global IT services firm specializing in premium custom application development and BPO solutions.
APPROACH
Quantitative research
PROBLEM STATEMENT
A global IT services provider considering expansion into Egypt needed to assess the availability, quality, and cost of technical talent, evaluate the competitive landscape, and identify potential challenges and opportunities.
OUR SOLUTIONS
Conducted multi-dimensional analysis of Egypt's talent ecosystem through secondary research on educational institutions and interviews with 25+ industry experts. Analyzed salary data across different skill levels compared to other global outsourcing destinations.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Egypt produces ~50,000 engineering graduates annually
Developer salaries 40-60% lower than Eastern European alternatives
Cairo, Alexandria, and technology parks identified as optimal locations
Good English proficiency, but need for specialized technical training
OUTCOME
Delivered comprehensive talent strategy for Egypt entry, including location recommendations, recruitment approach, training requirements, and compensation benchmarks. Provided detailed risk assessment and mitigation plan addressing potential challenges.
