Everest Group’s Location Spotlight reports provide a crisp, insightful assessment of established and emerging/next-wave global services delivery locations by country and city. The reports help global sourcing practitioners or location strategy professionals stay ahead of the competition in understanding key market dynamics and the related opportunities each location presents.

This Virtual Roundtable Discussion Summary is available only for Everest Group’s functional membership products. For information on membership, please contact us Everest Group regularly organizes virtual sessions with senior executives across industries in which they share their experiences and opinions with peers from other organizations on hot industry topics. In response to geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan, Everest Group convened a members-only virtual roundtable to explore the implications for global service delivery and operational continuity. At the time of the session, Everest Group had rated the risk as Level 4 (elevated) on a 5-point scale (where 5 indicates the highest risk), and some organizations were observing early signs of precautionary action. During the discussion, our expert analysts and enterprise members exchanged perspectives on the evolving situation, regional resilience, and response strategies. Participants also compared mitigation plans and shared best practices aimed at ensuring delivery continuity in the face of geopolitical uncertainty.

On April 22, 2025, tensions between India and Pakistan escalated sharply after a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that killed 26 civilians. India accused Pakistan of supporting terrorism over the years, while Pakistan denied involvement and called for an international investigation. Despite the unrest, India’s IT-BPO services sector remains resilient, with no immediate disruption. In response to the attack, both countries suspended key agreements, expelled diplomats, and closed major trade routes, dismantling decades of diplomatic and economic ties. While India’s business environment remains stable, Pakistan’s economy is showing signs of stress. This Risk Radar analyzes the evolving geopolitical situation, its macroeconomic impacts, implications for the global services industry, and key considerations for global companies operating in India.

The semiconductor industry is undergoing transformative shifts shaped by technological advances, economic factors, and global disruptions. Our report provides a comprehensive analysis of the semiconductor industry’s intricate landscape, emphasizing its vital role spanning diverse sectors such as computing, automotive, medical devices, and consumer electronics. Despite encountering challenges, including a reduced growth rate in 2022 and the first half of 2023 due to factors such as high inflation, increased energy costs, and supply chain disruptions, the semiconductor industry remains a vital catalyst for growth in the digital landscape of the future. In this report, we examine the semiconductor market and its various constituents before diving into the industry’s Engineering Research and Development (ER&D) aspects. We identify and analyze the key technology and macroeconomic disruptions and comment on their impact on semiconductor engineering and outsourcing. Scope Industry: Semiconductors All geographies Engineering Research and Development Contents  In this viewpoint, we examine: The components of the semiconductor industry’s value chain The ER&D aspects of the semiconductor industry Technological disruptions impacting the semiconductor industry Macroeconomic factors influencing the semiconductor industry Membership(s) Engineering Research and Development Sourcing and Vendor Management

On October 7, 2023, Hamas, a Palestinian group based in Gaza, launched an unexpected attack on Israel. In response, the Israeli government declared war and mobilized its forces, leading to a surge of turmoil in the region. Within just over a week, the death toll had already reached the thousands. In addition to the human cost, this conflict carries significant economic and geopolitical implications, not only for the Middle East but also for the rest of the world. This Risk Radar examines the Israel-Hamas conflict, its impact on the geopolitical, macroeconomic, and security situation of Israel, and the ramifications on global services firms in the region. Click here for more information on our location and service provider risk tracking services. Membership(s) Catalyst Locations Insider™ Market Vista™ Sourcing and Vendor Management

The life sciences industry has always been resilient against global macroeconomic, geopolitical, and regulatory changes. With the onset of COVID-19 and the spiraling demand for vaccines, the clinical trials and R&D spend of top biopharmas have been bullish. Enterprises have adopted innovative ways of conducting clinical trials (such as decentralized clinical trials). The regulators have also evolved with the changing times by adopting virtual/hybrid audits to meet the demand for daily doses. The latest macroeconomic trends such as rising inflation and high interest rates have had a significant impact on the life sciences industry. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war has compounded recessionary concerns. The US, in particular, faces further tests with the implementation of Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Additionally, the pharmaceutical industry is expected to lose billions in the coming years due to impending patent cliffs. Scope: Industry: life sciences BPS Geography: global Contents: This report provides a detailed analysis life sciences landscape and includes: The deteriorating global macro-economic trends and the impact on the life sciences industry Expected impact of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war The impact of IRA and patent cliffs The implications for the life sciences industry Membership(s) Life Sciences Business Process Sourcing and Vendor Management

On October 18, 2021, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyib Erdogan threatened to expel diplomats from 10 Western nations; the situation deescalated later, preventing a full-blown diplomatic incident. Turkey has been experiencing a period of uncertainty amid souring relations with the US and other members of NATO and concerns around high inflation and the depreciating Turkish lira. At the same time, there has been increased interest and activity in supporting service delivery from Turkey in the past couple of years. This Risk Radar Newsflash examines the impact of Turkey’s geopolitical, macroeconomic, and security risks and their ramifications on global services players in Turkey. Click here for more information on our location and service provider risk tracking services. Membership(s) Catalyst Locations Insider™ Market Vista™ Sourcing and Vendor Management