IFS, a global leader in enterprise cloud and Industrial AI software, has entered a strategic partnership with Saudi Business Machines (SBM), a leading provider of IT solutions in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration focuses on expanding IFS’s presence in the Kingdom, creating local job opportunities, and empowering Saudi enterprises with the latest in Industrial AI technology, including IFS.ai.
With over 40 years of experience in the region, SBM brings invaluable local expertise, while IFS contributes its advanced solutions in Industrial AI and enterprise software. The partnership will focus on key sectors such as Aerospace & Defense, Energy, Manufacturing, Construction, and Telecommunications, offering a wide range of services to IFS customers, including business consulting and customized technical support.
A central element of the partnership is the commitment to fostering local talent in Saudi Arabia. This includes sales upskilling, training programs, and an IFS certification initiative for recent graduates, all aimed at supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals for digital transformation and workforce development.
Simon Niesler, Chief Revenue Officer at IFS, said, “Saudi Arabia presents tremendous opportunities, and this partnership with Saudi Business Machines allows us to contribute to the Kingdom’s rapid digital modernization. By establishing a dedicated IFS practice, we are leveraging local talent to help accelerate growth in the region.”
Fadhel Al-Shaikh, Vice President of Business Tech Solutions at SBM, added, “This strategic alliance combines SBM’s deep local knowledge with IFS’s cutting-edge enterprise solutions to drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency in Saudi organizations, fully aligning with Vision 2030.”
This collaboration promises to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s competitive edge, driving innovation and operational excellence across multiple industries.
