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  • Thematic Report

    Jan. 15, 2025
    As blockchain technology matures, it has evolved beyond its roots in cryptocurrency to become a versatile tool enabling transformative applications across industries. Enterprises are increasingly adopting blockchain to enhance trust, transparency, and operational efficiency, fueling demand for enterprise-grade platforms. However, the diverse blockchain provider landscape presents challenges in selecting the right-fit provider for specific enterprise needs. When evaluating blockchain providers, enterprises should prioritize factors such as support for decentralized finance use cases, asset tokenization, and convergence with emerging technologies such as AI. Providers must also integrate with existing enterprise ecosystems, offer interoperability solutions, and support vertical-specific applications to ensure effective deployment. This report explores the blockchain technology vendor landscape, profiling 14 major providers. It assesses their capabilities across the blockchain value chain, from infrastructure to application services, and highlights industry trends such as AI-blockchain synergy, innovative use cases, and enterprise adoption strategies. Scope All industries and geographies Contents In this report, we examine: Market trends and provide an industry-wide view of blockchain adoption, highlighting sector performance and key demand drivers Platforms that accelerate blockchain adoption, supported by initiatives from key providers driving blockchain progress Company overview, top industries and geographies served, noteworthy clients, partnerships, supported platforms, recent deals, key applications, and illustrative use cases Membership(s) Digital Services Sourcing and Vendor Management
  • State of the Market

    Dec. 27, 2024
    The impact sourcing ecosystem is rapidly expanding due to the growing interest in sustainable and socially responsible business practices. Enterprises and providers are increasingly incorporating diverse and underserved talent into their operations due to cost efficiency, access to specialized talent, and alignment with ESG and SDG objectives. Traditional providers dominate hiring volumes, while specialists see steady growth in revenue and headcount as they refine talent initiatives and partner with NGOs and educational institutions. Buyers recognize the dual value of cost benefits and corporate citizenship, advocating for more robust reporting and impact sourcing policies’ disclosure. In response, providers are investing in enhanced training programs, certifications, and technology upskilling, enabling impact workers to transition to more complex, higher-value roles. Despite generative AI’s disruptive potential concerns, agentic AI emerges as a promising tool to empower the impact workforce. Key market trends include the CXM industry’s increasing contribution to impact sourcing revenue, growing adoption of impact workers in MEA and APAC regions, and alignment with regulatory frameworks promoting fair labor practices. Governments support impact sourcing through incentives and regulations, while providers adopt inclusive hiring strategies and offer tailored employee support to complement workforce diversity and drive social impact. In this report, we explore macroeconomic drivers, buyer feedback, and generative AI’s influence on the impact sourcing space. Africa stands poised to lead the global impact sourcing growth, showing this approach’s transformative potential in fostering a purpose-driven and sustainable business landscape. The report aims to enable enterprises and providers to incorporate impact sourcing and other inclusive talent management strategies in their organizations. Scope Broad industry with a focus on impact sourcing talent strategy Geography: global Impact sourcing programs of both impact sourcing specialists and traditional service providers This report is based on primary and secondary data collection, conversations with market participants (buyers, outsourcing service providers, and impact sourcing specialists), and fact-based research Contents In this report, we analyze: The concept of impact sourcing and the comprehensive impact sourcing market landscape, including market size, trends, and talent portfolio Impact sourcing’s talent management practices across the hire-to-retire cycle Buyers’ take on impact sourcing Impact sourcing engagement case studies Technology’s role on the impact sourcing market and the future of impact sourcing programs Memberships This Market Report is available to All Memberships
  • Thematic Report

    April 18, 2024
    In the evolving business landscape, companies must adjust and take the lead by investing in transformative technologies. Historically, enterprises have garnered significant benefits by boldly embracing state-of-the-art innovations, adopting them not only to capture fresh opportunities but also to establish a unique presence in the market. However, with the continuous evolution of technology, identifying the most promising investments and maintaining a competitive edge poses a formidable challenge for enterprises, providers, and technology stakeholders alike. Successfully navigating this terrain requires strategic foresight and a profound understanding of evolving market trends. Tackling this challenge head-on is essential for businesses committed to survival and flourishing in the ever-changing business landscape. In this report, we explore the historical advantages enterprises have gained from previous innovations. Additionally, we outline an ideal methodology for recognizing, monitoring, and prioritizing vital investments in emerging technologies. This involves evaluating their potential impact, market readiness, distinctive offerings, and alignment with relevant industry needs. Scope All industries and geographies Contents In this report, we: Implement a staged radar approach to prioritize investments in technologies in an industry-conscious manner Present use cases of exponential technology applications and specific sectors that are poised to experience significant benefits from their adoption ​​Membership(s) Digital Services Outsourcing Excellence
  • Thematic Report

    Feb. 23, 2024
    In today’s dynamic talent market, where competition is fierce, organizations must actively monitor key roles and skills, identifying both in-demand and emerging ones, allowing for strategic workforce planning. A higher demand may indicate more significant competition for talent or a higher probability of attrition in the near future. Thus, analyzing talent demand trends is vital for strategizing workforce requirements, predicting external competition, and understanding leading industries for talent acquisition. Everest Group’s half-yearly report offers insights into monthly IT services talent demand trends across India, highlighting top industries, roles, and skills based on H2 2023 demand. Leveraging data from our Talent Genius™ tool, the report provides a comprehensive analysis of the current talent market, empowering organizations to stay competitive, plan for future workforce needs, and make informed talent acquisition decisions. Scope Industry: IT services Geography: India Contents In this report, we analyze talent demand trends within the IT services sector in India on a national scale. Additionally, we provide detailed profiles of 15 major Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities, offering insights into talent demand trends, top industries, key roles, and essential skills in each location. Membership(s) This Market Report is available to All Memberships
  • State of the Market

    Sep. 25, 2023
    In today’s rapidly evolving technology landscape, enterprises must invest in cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain, digital twins, and the metaverse to secure their competitive edge and future success. In this report, we analyze these emerging technologies and examine the current market landscape. The report explores how enterprises are harnessing the potential of these technologies to future-proof their businesses and serves as an invaluable guide for decision-makers and strategists, offering insights into the current market status, growth potential, and practical applications of these technologies. Furthermore, it highlights real-world examples of how top enterprises are gaining a competitive advantage by adopting these technologies. By providing essential knowledge and strategic guidance, this report empowers businesses to adapt effectively to technological shifts and make well-informed decisions as they chart their course into the future. For those at the helm of decision-making, this report is an indispensable resource for navigating the evolving technological landscape and ensuring that their organizations remain at the forefront of innovation. Scope All industries and geographies Contents In this report, we examine: The significance of addressing present-day problems using future technologies Phased radar approach for industry-specific prioritization of technology investments Aligning organizational structures and resources with the development of exponential technologies based on their maturity level Considerations for senior leaders as they navigate the landscape of exponential technologies ​​Membership(s) Digital Services Sourcing and Vendor Management
  • Thematic Report

    Aug. 31, 2023
    In today’s rapidly evolving talent market, where competition is intense, organizations must actively monitor key roles and skills, identify both in-demand and emerging skills, and then prioritize them according to market demand. A higher demand or an increasing demand may indicate more significant competition for talent or a higher probability of attrition in the near future. Thus, analyzing talent demand trends is vital for organizations to strategize their workforce requirements, predict external competition, and gain insights into the leading industries from which to acquire necessary talent. Everest Group’s half-yearly report presents monthly IT services talent demand trends across India, with insights into top industries, roles, and skills based on the demand in H1 2023. The report is based on data gathered from Talent GeniusTM, our cutting-edge talent and location intelligence tool. By providing a comprehensive analysis of the current talent market, the report equips organizations with the insights required to stay competitive, plan for future workforce needs, and make well-informed talent acquisition decisions. Scope Industry: IT services Geography: India Contents In this report, we analyze talent demand trends for the IT services function in India at a national level and present detailed profiles of 15 major Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities, including a comprehensive understanding of talent demand trends, top industries, roles, and skills. Membership(s) Available under all membership areas
  • Thematic Report

    May 02, 2023
    In today’s rapidly evolving talent market, where competition is intense, organizations must keep a watchful eye on key roles and skills, identify both in-demand and emerging skills, and prioritize them based on market demand. A higher demand or increasing demand may signify a more significant competition for talent or a higher probability of attrition in the near future. Thus, analyzing talent demand trends is vital for organizations to plan their workforce requirements, anticipate external competition, and gain insights into the leading industries from which they can source the requisite talent. Everest Group’s half-yearly report presents monthly IT services talent demand trends across India, with insights into top industries, roles, and skills based on the demand in H2 2022. The report is based on data gathered from Talent Genius, our state-of-the-art talent and location intelligence tool. By providing a comprehensive analysis of the current talent market, the report equips organizations with the insights they need to stay competitive, plan for their future workforce needs, and make informed talent acquisition decisions. Scope Industry: IT services Geography: India Contents In this report, we analyze talent demand trends for the IT services function in India at a national level, along with detailed profiles of 15 major tier-1 and tier-2 cities, providing a comprehensive understanding of talent demand trends, top industries, roles, and skills. Membership(s) This Market Report is available to All Memberships
  • Thematic Report

    Feb. 16, 2023
    As enterprises embrace the next normal, it has become vital to invest in exponential technologies to remain competitive. This is particularly important given the rapid pace of technology obsolescence. However, the sheer number of technology developments occurring every day makes it difficult for enterprises, providers, and technology vendors to keep pace with the latest developments that affect their industry and prioritize investments in the most relevant areas. In this report, Everest Group explores how enterprises have benefited from previous innovations and introduces the Tech Radar framework as a methodology to identify, track, and prioritize key investments in exponential technologies. The framework assesses the potential impact, market maturity, and unique proposition and alignment to the relevant industry of each technology, allowing enterprises to make informed investment decisions. Scope All industries and geographies Contents In this report, we examine: Significance of addressing present-day problems using future technologies Phased Radar approach for industry-specific prioritization of technology investments Aligning organizational structures and resources with the development of exponential technologies based on their maturity level Considerations for senior leaders as they navigate the landscape of exponential technologies Membership(s) Digital Services Sourcing and Vendor Management
  • Thematic Report

    Feb. 07, 2023
    Sustainability has moved from the fringes to the center of strategic planning for CEOs worldwide. For this reason, we recently held a survey to learn how organizations are planning for sustainability in 2023 and uncover the top sustainability approaches and roadblocks. View this webinar where we delivered the survey results along with strategies and ESG best practices that incentivize and grow sustainability within the organization. Our speakers also introduced Everest Group’s emerging philosophy for sustainability, which helps organizations remain aware of current conversations, opportunities, competitive advantages, and strategic decision-making. Our speakers discussed: The newest trends for 2023 on sustainability Sustainability planning challenges and how to address them Our philosophy for sustainability and how organizations can embrace the business benefits and opportunities
  • Thematic Report

    Oct. 28, 2022
    Web 3.0 – which has the potential to bring about dramatic shifts in the industry, such as decentralization and democratization of data – seems to be ushering in new investing opportunities for enterprises and IT service providers. Multiple start-ups have emerged in the past few years to build a decentralized web and are changing the nature of the internet as we know it. With growing decentralization and investor attention, capital infusion by investors and acquisitions by big tech players have increased considerably. In this research, we assess 15 start-ups and focus on their innovations, growth stories, and market impact. Scope: The assessment is based on primary interactions with selected organizations and Everest Group’s ongoing tracking of the Web 3.0 landscape Geography: Global Contents: In this report, we examine: The definition and characteristics of Web 3.0 Key trends and challenges in the Web 3.0 space The Web 3.0 start-up landscape Profiles of the top start-ups building Web 3.0 Membership(s) Digital Services Sourcing and Vendor Management