YNV Tech Talent is bridging the global skills gap through outsourcing

YNV Tech Talent, a leading provider of tech, cybersecurity, and digital skilling solutions across the world, believes that outsourcing is the best way for organizations to improve their efficiency and competitiveness while focusing on their core values. By working together with Tek Experts, elev8, and Cytek under the YNV Tech Talent brand, the company has made significant contributions to the outsourcing industry by providing technical support to businesses in over 100 countries.

To offer a comprehensive package to customers, YNV Tech Talent has recently expanded its services. The collective efforts of Tek Experts, elev8, and Cytek aim to revolutionize the Nigerian IT market by addressing the tech talent and digital skill gaps. They provide end-to-end IT talent solutions that cater to businesses of all sizes.

Since its establishment in Nigeria five years ago, Tek Experts Nigeria, a part of YNV Tech Talent, has recruited and trained many Nigerians to provide technical support to local and international organizations. This not only benefits the companies but also contributes to the growth of the global economy.

IT outsourcing holds the largest share in Nigeria’s outsourcing space at 28%. This followed by Human Resources, Sales and Marketing, Financials, Administrative services, and other services.

According to the Country Manager of Tek Experts Nigeria, Olugbolahan Olusanya, the tech talent gap is a major challenge facing organisations in Nigeria. According to a SAP research, 80% of Nigerian companies expect to experience a skills gap in the next year. This challenge is a major blocker for businesses to be able to grow.

“We are committed to helping Nigerians develop the skills they need to succeed in the global workforce. Elev8 partners with the government, enterprises, and universities to provide unique opportunities for Nigerians to gain the skills and experience they need to begin and grow their career in the tech industry.

Olugbolahan Olusanya

He also added that by having Tek Experts, elev8, and Cytek under the YNV Tech Talent brand, his organisation can seamlessly help businesses bridge the gap between talent and opportunity, skill the current workforce and provide solutions to protect from cyberattacks.

Mr. Wale Adeyemi, the Head of Executive Business Development at Tek Experts, emphasizes that their global expertise in IT talent sourcing and managed services, combined with elev8’s deep understanding of the Nigerian market, will drive digital transformation in Nigeria. They aim to make a positive impact in the communities where they operate by partnering with organizations to skill, reskill, and upskill talent. By creating opportunities for Nigerian talent globally, they contribute to the development and recognition of Nigerian expertise in the tech industry.

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Why outsourcing tech talent is important

Outsourcing allows companies to focus on their core values, such as service delivery, while leaving critical business aspects to experts. Leading global organizations like Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and IBM are already seeing the untapped potential on the African continent.

With a combined BPO workforce size of about 790,000 workers and the combined estimated US$15.1 billion domestic and international market size, Africa has emerged as a new hub for IT outsourcing services.

This trend is expected to continue as technology evolves. Nigeria, with its high number of unemployed graduates, presents an opportunity for the government to collaborate and train these graduates for such roles. However, it is crucial to create an enabling environment for outsourcing businesses to thrive in the country.

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One of the major challenges faced by organizations in Nigeria is the tech skills gap. Research shows that 80% of Nigerian companies expect a shortage of skills in the coming year, which hinders business growth. YNV Tech Talent is dedicated to helping Nigerians develop the necessary skills for success in the global workforce.

Through partnerships with the government, enterprises, and universities, their program elev8 provides unique opportunities for Nigerians to gain the skills and experience required for a career in the tech industry. With the combined expertise of Tek Experts, elev8, and Cytek, YNV Tech Talent aims to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity, upskill the existing workforce, and provide cybersecurity solutions to protect businesses from cyber attacks.