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Omantel’s “Fikra” Creates New Opportunities for Innovative Employees

Omantel, the leading provider of integrated tain its position as a leading telecommuni- a firm belief in their creativity and ability to
telecommunication services in the Sultan- cation company. Through the Fikra portal, propose innovative solutions because of
ate of Oman, has launched an in-house pro- employees can submit startup ideas, proj- their familiarity with the customer’s needs.
gram for employees who submit innovative ect ideas, and challenges that can be in- Through this program, we hope to generate
ideas that could be converted into solu- cubated, supported or addressed through fresh ideas from our employees and thus
tions or projects, offering them rewards like Omantel Innovation Labs – a platform boost innovation within the organization,
the opportunity to join a world-class accel- that was created to leverage Omantel’s with the ultimate goal of raising the bar
erator, potentially gain funding, and get one strengths to promote innovation and en- in our industry”. He added, “The program
year of paid or unpaid leave. The initiative trepreneurship in new and emerging tech- builds on the presence and capabilities of
is considered to be one of the advanced nologies. “The Fikra program stems from Omantel Innovation Labs. We are confi-
projects that Omantel is currently working Omantel’s philosophy of nurturing and in- dent that the program will be the catalyst
on to promote a culture of innovation and centivizing our talent and enabling them to for our employees to unlock their true po-
entrepreneurship among employees. The turn their ideas into great products and solu- tential while enabling the Company to fur-
initiative is called “Fikra” which provides a tions that help overcome different challeng- ther contribute to achieving the objectives
platform that delivers solutions related to es” said Dr. Ghalib bin Saif Al Hosni, Chief of Oman Vision 2040”. To qualify for the
innovation within technology, and anything People Officer at Omantel. “Our employees Fikra program, Ghada Jaifar Al Said, Senior
that would add value to Omantel and main- are our most precious asset, and we have Manager of Omantel Innovation Labs, fur-
ther explained the process “The selection
is based on a set criteria including the val-
ue addition to Omantel, the viability of the
idea, and individual capabilities.” “An exten-
sive educational program, which includes
relevant workshops, will complement the
program and emphasize the fundamental
frameworks and skillsets required to suc-
ceed. Our team is also available to support
the employees in improving their submis-
sions and developing their ideas.” The as-
sessment will be carried out by an internal
committee which includes members from
relevant departments within the company.
Omantel is the Sultanate’s first and leading
integrated telecommunications services
provider, enabling the digital society to
flourish, allowing new ways of doing busi-
ness and delivering a world of information,
news, and entertainment. While striving to
ensure an optimum customer satisfaction,
Omantel plays a key social role to provide
the required support and assistant to all
sectors amongst the Omani society.

Omantel Launches “Mashora” Program to Boost Employee’s Wellbeing

Omantel, the leading provider of integrated efforts are not just limited to providing the with focus on the emotional wellbeing
telecommunication services in the company’s employees a progressive work of the employees. Through the program,
Sultanate of Oman, has a firm belief that environment but also advisory services that employees are encouraged to share the
its employees are the most valuable asset. enhance their talents and competencies. difficulties they encounter, whether at
To this end, the company leaves no stone To accomplish this, Omantel has launched work or at a personal level, with company
unturned to provide their staff with an “Mashora”, a program that aims to provide counselors who will provide them with
excellent positive working environment the necessary support and guidance the necessary assistance and guidance.
that enables them to demonstrate their for employees who face pressures and Omantel believes in the importance of
talents and creativity as well as to improve challenges, whether in the workplace or at providing a suitable working environment
their performance constantly. Omantel’s a personal level. The program is designed for its employees. The Company places

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