Marrakech – In an exclusive interview with Morocco World News (MWN) at GITEX Africa, Ilham Mouhriz, Vice President of Human Resources at Capgemini Morocco, shared insights into the company’s strategic initiatives to tackle the evolving challenges in the IT market.
With a strong presence of 6,500 collaborators, Capgemini Morocco has established itself as a reference employer in the IT and engineering sectors, both locally and internationally.
The company operates in Casablanca, Rabat, and potentially across the globe, with plans to expand to the city of Fez in the near future.
Mouhriz emphasized the significant gap between the supply and demand of skilled IT professionals, attributing it to the rapid advancement of technologies and the evolving nature of IT roles.
She noted that educational institutions often struggle to keep pace with the market’s demands, leading to a shortage of highly qualified candidates.
To address these challenges, Capgemini Morocco has implemented a proactive approach to attract and retain top talent.
The company offers competitive benefits packages, flexible work arrangements, including remote work options, and comprehensive training programs to support the continuous development of its employees.
“Today, young talents seek simplified recruitment processes, attractive employment offers, and a supportive work environment,” Mouhriz stated.
“We have adapted our HR policies to meet their expectations, offering flexible and hybrid work models, as well as the possibility of working remotely from abroad for specific periods.”
Capgemini Morocco also places a strong emphasis on providing its collaborators with tailored training programs, covering both technical skills and soft skills.
With the IT industry undergoing constant transformation, the company focuses on in-demand areas such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, programming, and development.
While acknowledging the importance of technical competencies, Mouhriz highlighted the need to develop analytical thinking, relational intelligence, management abilities, and effective communication skills among IT professionals.
Capgemini Morocco addresses these aspects through dedicated programs designed to enhance collaborators’ overall skill sets.
Looking ahead, Mouhriz stressed the critical role of AI in the IT industry. “For us, it is a necessity. In fact, this year, we have set a goal to train 100% of our collaborators in artificial intelligence,” she stated, referring to Capgemini Morocco’s commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements.
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