Senior Kuwaiti government officials, business leaders, and strategists recently gathered in the capital for SAP Innovation Day, where discussions centered on the transformative potential of AI and digital technologies in achieving Kuwait’s Vision 2035.
The event, held under the patronage of the German Ambassador to Kuwait, HE Hans-Christian Freiherr von Reibnitz, saw SAP, the global technology giant based in Walldorf, reaffirm its commitment to supporting Kuwait’s economic diversification and digital transformation efforts. SAP emphasized how AI, embedded in all of its business applications, is empowering Kuwaiti organizations to improve decision-making, drive operational efficiency, and uncover new growth opportunities across various industries.
The growing integration of technology in Kuwait’s economy is evident, with the country’s ICT market expected to reach $39.83 billion within the next five years. Key sectors like healthcare, where AI is enhancing predictive analytics and telemedicine, and education, where smart learning systems are improving student outcomes, are leading the way.
“Kuwait is at a pivotal moment of transformation,” said Sundus Bushahri, Managing Director of SAP Kuwait. “Under Vision 2035, the nation is harnessing AI not only to modernize industries but to enrich lives. We are honored to support this vision, collaborating with both the public and private sectors to deliver innovative solutions tailored to Kuwait’s unique needs. From AI-driven predictive analytics in healthcare to machine learning in finance and supply chain management, SAP solutions are enabling businesses to innovate at scale.”
During the Innovation Day, two companies signed agreements to deploy solutions from SAP’s AI-infused portfolio, including RISE or GROW with SAP, to accelerate their digital transformation and support business growth. Both companies will utilize SAP S/4HANA for enterprise resource planning and SAP SuccessFactors for human resources management.
Commenting on the adoption of RISE with SAP, Marzouq Boodai of Boodai Corporation stated, “As a diverse group of companies operating in a rapidly changing region, we need a reliable system that offers flexibility and innovation. SAP S/4HANA and SAP SuccessFactors provide exactly what we require. With AI capabilities, SAP ensures businesses like ours can integrate advanced analytics and process automation to stay ahead.”
Kuwait Hospital, which will adopt GROW with SAP, sees the partnership with SAP as transformative. CEO Alexander Jankuloski said, “SAP understands our vision and supports our journey to modernize and optimize operations. With SAP, we can accelerate our digital transformation and achieve significant business outcomes. We expect SAP SuccessFactors to be a game-changer, helping us attract, retain, and develop talent with an employee-centered approach.”