An IT Skills Cloud, also referred to as a talent cloud or competency cloud, is a technology framework that centralizes and integrates information related to people's skills and abilities. It utilizes cloud computing applications to intelligently store, classify, and interpret this data, often enhanced by Artificial Intelligence. This allows organizations to match technical talent with job requirements efficiently.

Andela's Talent Cloud features a Talent Decision Engine (TDE) that uses AI and data-driven algorithms to match tech talent with specific roles. It assesses a wide range of data points, including skills, experience, and client feedback, to ensure a fair and accurate match. The platform streamlines the hiring lifecycle, enabling companies to source, qualify, hire, manage, and pay global technical talent efficiently, often within 48 hours.

The trend of borderless IT staffing has gained momentum, with Gartner estimating that the rate of hiring remote tech talent has doubled in the last three years. This shift, accelerated by the pandemic, allows organizations to access a global talent pool, providing a competitive advantage. Companies are increasingly rethinking their workforce strategies to include remote talent, which can enhance flexibility and efficiency in hiring.