Does Cuba Have Potential?

Ever since the U.S. eased relations with Cuba, the IT services world has been wondering if the island nation of 11 million people will become a sourcing destination. While connectivity and infrastructure issues persist — and will continue to — a highly educated population and vast human capital show clear potential. “We believe that Cuba possesses the largest surplus of IT talent in the Americas,” said Nearshore America’s director of research Sean Goforth last year. “They boast a formidable set of talents, from software testing to network and software development.” Read more of his thoughts on Cuba based on exclusive, high-level research.