solutions by stc, the specialized business arm of Kuwait Telecommunications Company – stc, continued to expand its diverse range of customized solutions through new-to-market concepts targeting enterprise customers, SMEs and Government sectors. The Company has built and solidified its reputation as a one-stop shop for integrated business and as one of the key players in the market offering comprehensive internet, data communication, ICT, IoT, Machine-to-Machine (M2M), and enterprise solutions to support network, infrastructure, and application needs.
Through its active and progressive approach, the Company has since grown into a powerful one-stop shop for business and wholesale solutions, catering to the needs of government and corporate entities nationwide and across the region.
In line with Kuwait Vision 2035 of enabling digital transformation, solutions by stc has achieved numerous milestones in 2021 under its strategic plan to provide world-class connectivity and IT solutions to enable the digital transformation of businesses and elevate the business journeys of customers to the next level. With its vision driven by empowering organizations, solutions by stc simplifies and accelerates the deployment of breakthrough IoT using self-service device validation and auto-provisioning. Additionally, the Company has ramped up its ICT portfolio by forming new partnerships and alliances with some of the top players in the market to achieve the desired outcomes set by its diverse customer base. As an integral step in empowering businesses to take their visions forward, solutions by stc actively invests in R&D to discover and design innovative solutions that solve real world problems and enhance the business environment.
Meshari Al Hamad, General Manager – Sales & Account Management of solutions by stc, said, “solutions by stc has been on a strategic path to discover new technologies and advanced solutions that can aid businesses in transforming and developing their existing business models. We have been partnering with global leaders, participating in international events, and exploring innovative methods that can reap added benefits for our valued customers. Having said that, 2021 was a pivotal year for the Company and our focus was directed towards managing the gradual return to normalcy as well as mitigating some of the repercussions on businesses due to the impact of the pandemic. Despite the unprecedented circumstances, solutions by stc unrolled, with the support of its strategic partners, new-to-market concepts, and innovative services that empowered its customers to become pioneers in the market.”
Throughout 2021, solutions by stc partnered with international players such as HUAWEI, Google, Cisco, and Microsoft, in addition to local providers to enhance the quality and breadth of solutions under the Company’s offering line. Aside from its partnerships, solutions by stc directed its focus on solving some of the issues that businesses, especially SMEs were facing due to the pandemic. With the lockdowns implemented in early 2021, solutions by stc offered several packages that aided companies in managing their operations online and streamlining their business models through digital applications. In addition to supporting local businesses, solutions by stc also participated in various government initiatives that were directed towards the community. One of these initiatives was establishing the network infrastructure at the South Island of Jaber Bride to service the drive-in vaccination center
Al Hamad added, “solutions by stc was keen and highly committed to supporting local SMEs and start-ups, who are the backbone of our economy. There were several initiatives launched throughout the last year, some in collaboration with our partners, to support businesses in overcoming the challenges triggered by the pandemic. This has provided solutions by stc with a better understanding of the needs of SME players in the market, and how to deliver value adding solutions that can assist them in progressing and streamlining their operations.”
In recognition of some of its accomplishments and contributions, solutions by stc was recently awarded the ‘Best M2M Technology Solutions Provider’ in Kuwait for 2021 title from International Finance during the awards ceremony held in Dubai, UAE. The award came in recognition of continuous development of the M2M technology and the advanced 5G connectivity solutions offered by solutions by stc in the market led by stc.
Machine learning is a critical tool that will play a significant role in the evolution of technology and the digital era. M2M solutions will enable the automation of operations through artificial intelligence learning that will, with time, detect trends and predict outcomes before they occur. Unleashing this technology has allowed machines to exchange data without human interface, in return redefining traditional and outdated business processes. M2M eases the communication channels between machines using sensors, opening the possibility for systems to monitor themselves and automatically respond to changes within the environment. Our application of M2M solutions will support a variety of traditional applications ranging from POS and ATM, up to innovative CCTV, connected cars, fleet management and surveillance solutions among others
solutions by stc Kuwait was the first ever business solutions provider in the region to enable IoT connected cars for a leading automotive brand in Kuwait, by providing in-vehicle connectivity solutions. Supported by our high internet speeds and advanced network, we enable drivers with automatic crash response, stolen vehicle assists, emergency services, on-demand diagnostics, roadside support, and internet subscriptions. This has opened new opportunities to further our capabilities in the automotive industry through various advanced applications that enable digitization for smart transport and in-vehicle solutions.
Al Hamad concluded, “We are proud of the progress we have achieved since the launch of the solutions by stc brand in 2020. With our growing diverse customer base, extensive offering line, and expanding regional footprint, solutions by stc will continue to offer world-class business solutions and services with limitless possibilities in this rapidly evolving digital world. We strive to maintain our position as the one-stop shop for business integrated solutions by providing efficient solutions to real world businesses, which has been a key strength to our business model. We look forward to having another successful year as we pave the way for digital transformation in businesses through our range of connectivity solutions, fixed, mobile or 5G wireless services, 5G technology led by stc, ICT, IoT, M2M, and the IT products and services.”
Source: Press Release