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Great insights! I'll amplify the discussion.... Technology has always been a game changer—not just because of AI, but throughout history. Disruptive events like the pandemic or a world war force us, as human beings, to reflect deeply: are we truly designing a future that aligns with what we want for ourselves and our loved ones? The corporate world, cost-control to co-creation perspective, is just one slice of the pie. The real challenge lies in balancing priorities, preserving quality of life, and ultimately striving to become better professionals and better individuals.

This article brilliantly captures a pivotal moment in workforce strategy. The shift from cost-cutting to co-creation isn't just rhetoric—it's a fundamental reimagining of how we build sustainable talent ecosystems. What resonates most is the emphasis on resilience over immediate cost savings. As highlighted, organizations that prioritize long-term capability-building over short-term efficiencies are positioning themselves to thrive in an increasingly dynamic global market. The examples from Brazil, India, and Portugal demonstrate that innovation and talent excellence are no longer confined to traditional hubs. Data shows us patterns, but context reveals why those patterns matter for strategic decision-making. For organizations navigating this evolution, the message is clear: embrace technology as an enabler, invest in emerging talent markets, and build workforce strategies grounded in both rigorous analysis and real-world understanding. The future belongs to those who view talent as a strategic asset to co-create with, not a cost to minimize.

Gongratulations, excellent work.

Really insightful post! The shift from cost-cutting to collaborative innovation & resilience is definitely the future of workforce planning. Embracing data-driven insights while understanding local cultures and values is key. Exciting times for both organizations and talent alike!

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Thanks for inspiring

I love this shift 👇 What you’re describing here — moving from “offshore = cost control” to “offshore = co-creation” — is exactly the evolution we’re seeing NOW. Before: send low-value tasks offshore reduce payroll % saved But outdated fast. work is more digital, faster and AI-assisted teams need talent that can think, not just follow SOPs and businesses want global partners who can add to the product, not just process it Take note SMB founders, COOs, CFOs and agency owners in the US/CA/UK/AU/NZ: 👉 if you still treat offshoring as “cheap labour,” you’ll get the bottom of the talent pool 👉 if you treat it as “access to skilled, AI-ready collaborators,” you can actually innovate faster than your local-only competitors And with APAC BPO heading toward ~$178B, the companies that secure English-speaking, AI-comfortable talent now will have the advantage when pricing and competition heat up That’s the play I’m helping people run: lock in capacity today → use it for co-creation tomorrow. For anyone here who wants to build that smarter version of offshoring — not just cost cutting — I put it all in this quick guide: Scaling Your Business Smarter: 76% Cost Savings & Global Talent at Your Fingertips https://tinyurl.com/HIRESMARTER2DAY

The idea of evolving from cost-control to co-creation captures a powerful shift in how organisations view talent. It’s encouraging to see workforce strategies move beyond efficiency - towards building capability, innovation, and shared ownership. The future of workforce planning isn’t about where talent costs less, but where it can create more.

Amazing insights all round! Portugal is definitely punching well above its weight!!

Nice 👍