What are the main factors driving the rapid expansion of the gig economy in recent years?
SD The rise of the gig economy feels much like how food delivery reshaped our everyday choices- moving from “cook or dine out” to getting meals delivered instantly with a tap. Work has gone through the same shift. Platforms like Uber, Zomato, and Upwork have made it accessible, flexible, and truly on-demand.
As a CHRO and woman in leadership, I see how this shift uniquely empowers professionals- especially women and younger generations- by offering autonomy, the ability to balance multiple priorities, and the freedom to design careers around life.
Globally, Deloitte research shows that only 42% of organizations today have workforces primarily made up of salaried employees. The rest rely on contractors, freelancers, and gig workers- and this reliance is expected to grow. In India, Deloitte’s Future of Work Accelerated report reveals that three in five organizations are increasing their share of gig talent to reduce...
