CBRE – Global Tech Talent Guidebook, 2024

The Global Tech Talent Guidebook provides a detailed analysis of labor supply, cost, and quality in 75 global markets, categorizing them as "powerhouse," "established," or "emerging." Powerhouse markets are major urban centers with large tech talent pools and mature ecosystems, while established markets have similar characteristics on a smaller scale. Emerging markets are rapidly developing tech ecosystems. The analysis also highlights the increasing demand for tech talent, particularly in fields like programming, hardware engineering, and data analysis. The tech sector plays a crucial role in driving economic transformation and innovation globally, with companies increasingly seeking tech talent to deploy new technologies like artificial intelligence. This guidebook aims to help decision-makers in developing corporate location and hiring strategies to meet their business and innovation objectives.