Zain KSA (Zain), a leader in the telecom sector in Saudi Arabia, has announced a strategic partnership with Huawei to advance digital transformation for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the Kingdom.
Through this collaboration, the entities have introduced HUAWEI eKit, supporting Zain’s all-in-one solution encompassing networking, cloud, the Internet of Things (IoT), and connectivity services. It has been designed to accelerate the digital transformation of Saudi Arabia's rapidly growing SME sector, which is contributing around 30% to the Kingdom’s GDP (gross domestic product).
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Simplifying the Digital Journey
The partnership marks a significant milestone as Zain becomes the first operator in the market to offer HUAWEI eKit as-a-Service, reinforcing its position as a key enabler of the Kingdom's economic growth and digital transformation agenda. This initiative directly supports Vision 2030 by increasing SME contributions to the GDP and fostering a dynamic digital economy.
Through this innovative collaboration, SMEs will benefit from an "easy-everything" approach that simplifies their digital journey. The partnership delivers comprehensive solutions that are easy to buy, sell, install, maintain, learn, and use. Businesses across various sectors, including hotels, schools, hospitals, retail stores, and offices, will have access to one-stop digital services encompassing advanced connectivity, state-of-the-art networking devices, and cutting-edge meeting equipment.
Sultan Abdullah AlHadlag, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Zain KSA, said, "In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, SMEs are the backbone of our economy and key drivers of innovation. Through this strategic partnership with Huawei, we will empower businesses with scalable, future-ready solutions to accelerate their digital transformation. This aligns perfectly with our commitment to being the digital partner of choice for Saudi businesses and reinforces our role in supporting Vision 2030. We're proud to be the first operator bringing these innovative solutions to the Kingdom, making digital transformation accessible and achievable for businesses of all sizes."
Building an Ecosystem for Growth
Huawei Saudi Arabia emphasized that its collaboration with Zain marks a significant step forward in democratizing access to world-class digital solutions for Saudi Arabia's SME sector, explaining that HUAWEI eKit is designed to address the unique challenges growing businesses face by offering enterprise-grade technology in an accessible, user-friendly format. Together, Huawei and Zain affirmed their joint commitment to fostering digital innovation and helping Saudi businesses thrive in an increasingly connected world.
The collaboration addresses the growing digitalization demands of Saudi Arabia's vibrant SME sector, which has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years. By combining Zain's telecommunications expertise with Huawei's technological capabilities, the partnership creates a powerful ecosystem that enables businesses to leverage digital solutions for enhanced efficiency, productivity, and growth.
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