Third Annual Index Highlights That Despite Disruption, 85% of Workplace
\nFulfillment Drivers Are Within Organizations\u2019 Control
\nWhile the global Index highlights historic lows in workplace fulfillment, Saudi Arabia stands out
\nas a positive outlier. (33%) Saudi knowledge workers report a healthy relationship with work
\ncompared to just 20% globally. IT decision makers in the Kingdom score 23 points higher than
\ntheir peers worldwide, reflecting confidence in leadership and digital transformation. The
\nadoption of AI is also more widespread across all generations in Saudi Arabia, including Gen X
\nand Boomers. At the same time, optimism about technology consistently exceeds global
\naverages, with 67% of Saudi IT leaders confident that technology will improve work. These
\nfindings underline Saudi Arabia\u2019s unique readiness to lead the future of work in line with Vision
\n2030.<\/p>\n
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Ain Alalam – Rashad Iskandrni
\n21 October 2025 \u2013 On September 30th, HP Inc. (NYSE:HPQ) released the
\nthird annual HP Work Relationship Index (WRI), a comprehensive global study that examines how
\npeople around the world \u2013 including Saudi Arabia- feel about their relationship with work.
\nThis year\u2019s results reveal that fulfillment at work has hit a historic low. Only 20% of knowledge
\nworkers report a healthy relationship with work, down 8 points from 2024. The Saudi Arabia
\nfindings tell a more nuanced story: one-third of Saudi knowledge workers report a healthy
\nrelationship with work, significantly higher than the global average of 20%. The most dramatic
\ndecline is among business leaders, underscoring a crisis of connection and confidence at the very
\ntop. Yet the study also finds that 85% of the factors influencing workplace fulfillment are within an
\norganization\u2019s control, underscoring a significant opportunity for businesses to lead change and
\nrebuild stronger work relationships.
\nFor example, only 44% of knowledge workers say their work gives them a sense of purpose, and
\njust 39% feel they receive adequate recognition for their contributions. These are fixable problems
\nthat will be critical as businesses seek to embrace a more fulfilling future of work. At the same time,
\nSaudi workers face growing challenges: 7 in 10 have experienced change at work in the past
\nyear, from redundancies to stricter office mandates, while nearly half (49%) feel profit is
\nprioritized over people
\nWork Isn\u2019t Working
\nThe 2025 Index shows employees under pressure, with many reporting rising expectations and a
\nsense of disconnection. More than 6 in 10 desk-based workers say their company\u2019s expectations
\nhave increased over the past year, while nearly half feel their employer prioritizes profit over people.
\nAt the same time, the findings highlight an opportunity: businesses can reshape the employee
\nexperience through stronger leadership, recognition, flexibility and access to the right tools. By
\ntaking action now, organizations can turn today\u2019s challenges into a foundation for healthier and
\nmore fulfilling work relationships.
\nFulfillment Drives Growth
\nResearch confirms that fulfilled employees are not only happier, but also more likely to drive
\npositive outcomes for their organizations. Workers in the \u201cHealthy Zone\u201d are three times more likely
\nto feel connected to colleagues, achieve work-life balance and contribute to business growth.
\nAI as a Positive Enabler
\nThe 2025 Index also demonstrates AI\u2019s potential to reshape the work experience. Four in ten
\nknowledge workers now use AI daily, and those with access to work-provided AI tools are twice as
\nlikely to report a healthy relationship with work. While, 34% in Saudi Arabia use AI tools provided by
\ntheir employers every day, proving the impact of democratizing access to technology.
\nYet adoption gaps remain: just 21% of knowledge workers describe themselves as proficient in AI,
\ncompared to 56% of IT decision makers. Businesses that democratize access to AI \u2013 through tools
\nand training \u2013 are seeing measurable gains in optimism, productivity and retention.
\nThe Future is Generational
\nAn increasing focus of business leaders, and of this year\u2019s Index, is the immediate impact of young
\nprofessionals. Gen Z and Millennials, now the majority of the global workforce, are reshaping work
\nwith new expectations. Saudi Arabia\u2019s youthful workforce is reshaping expectations. By the end of
\n2025, Gen Z will represent 28% of the Saudi workforce (vs. 27% globally), rising to 32% by 2030
\n\u25cf 51% of Gen Z workers report having a side hustle.
\n\u25cf 4 in 5 Gen Z globally \u2013 8 in 10 in Saudi Arabia- employees would give up part of their salary
\nfor more flexibility and autonomy.Younger generations are leading AI adoption, demanding
\npurpose-driven leadership, and leaving companies that fail to keep up.
\n\u201cWorkplace fulfillment is becoming a real differentiator for Saudi businesses. While one in three
\nknowledge workers report a healthy relationship with work \u2014 above the global average \u2014 many
\nstill face gaps in recognition, flexibility, and support. As Saudi Arabia advances Vision 2030, leaders
\nmust put people at the center and invest in empowering technologies. Generation Z is driving this
\nshift with new expectations for meaning, flexibility, and innovation, and HP is committed to
\nsupporting organizations in building healthier workplaces for the future.\u201d
\n\u2014 Fadel Saad, Managing Director, HP Saudi Arabia<\/p>\n[\/mhc_text][\/mhc_column][\/mhc_row][\/mhc_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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