MEA July 2017

12 MEA MARKETS / July 2017 , Since 1979, Al Moammar Information Systems Co. have been following up with the evolution of information technology, and bringing in value added solutions with local expertise fromall corners of the Kingdom. We took the opportunity to interviewCEO of the Year - Saudi Arabia award winner, Khalid Al-Moammar to learnmore. Getting IT Right Established in 1979 with headquarters in Riyadh and branches in Jeddah and Al-Khobar, Al Moammar Information Systems Co. is a closed Joint Stock Saudi Company that provides IT system integration solutions of incomparable quality and outstanding value. CEO Khalid Al-Moammar reveals what sets the firm apart in their work, the vital role that IT plays in it and the work ethic he likes to promote. “From old legacy systems to cloud computing, we evolved to stay abreast of IT trends and build a diversified ecosystem that puts our clients strategically ahead of their competition. MIS has achieved the highest Saudi Government Classification Certificate which is a prerequisite to be able to bid and execute large scale IT projects and services in the kingdom reflecting its credibility in the market “We aim to build lasting and highly beneficial relationships by aligning a host of leading global IT partners’ products and services. We have a dedicated Project Management Office that ensures on-time delivery for more than 300 customers on different verticals. Our key differentiator what sets us apart from other IT integrators comes from a combination of efficient operations with a high level of project control as well as exceptional local and cultural knowledge. “Our commitment to efficiency and quality as well as our extensive knowledge of local and regional markets sets us apart from the competition. With a corporate entity of seven specialised divisions that provide full-fledged solutions, and 300+ customers from different verticals, you can be confident of our unswerving commitment. Two pillars are MIS’ backbone– high professional standards in delivered services and sustainable quality in everything we do. “In addition, we have instilled a culture that promotes an outstanding work ethic. Our human capital is our most important asset we have top- notch IT systems engineers, dedicated pre-sales engineers, and account managers who see our clients through every step of the process. “ Al Moammar Information Systems Co. has a vision, which Khalid says they are well on the way to fulfilling. Their vision is to be the premiere provider of diversified IT business in the Saudi Arabia market. He goes on to develop this interesting point and adds how they approach clients. “Our strategy of parallel diversification and specialisation in a broad range of verticals satisfies the IT needs of companies from a variety of market sectors. We guard our clients’ information and know that a long-term partnership is contingent upon our ability to maintain high standards of ethics, professionalism, and integrity. “Our reputation is what we hold most dear and our clients can trust us with their most vital data and most significant projects. MIS is an innovative association of multi-disciplined experts spanning the local and regional market. Our collective aim is to provide workable, tailored solutions to keep our clients ahead of their competition and aligned with state-of-the-art technologies.” Khalid then gives three examples of the firm’s offerings, which are Business Service Management, Data Management Division and Information Security. “Business Service Management was established in 1996 to deliver, implement, and support IT & Business Service management solutions within the Kingdom We are equipped with specialised software tools and highly experienced certified personnel who provide superior solutions. We deliver smarter applications, faster processes, and stronger controls to IT datacentres and IT operations. Simply, our solutions improve IT efficiency and align IT operations with business objectives. “Our Data Management Division is a one-stop shop to meet your data centre requirements, we are constantly reviewing and updating our list of offerings to provide top of the line solutions based on international standards that cater to local and regional demand. Our dedicated and 1702ME03 certified pre-sales and sales teams will help you properly scope your requirements to deploy a scalable and accurate solution to suit your business needs. We implement complete solutions across the Kingdom and provide a dedicated project management office to supervise project execution. “The Information Security division is a pioneer in in trend-setting and effective solutions for all 10 domains of IT security, from the physical layer to the application layer, we are one of the top three information security solution providers in the Kingdom. We have the experience our clients require in security governance, current technologies, compliance standards, and industry best practices. Our consultants available throughout the Kingdom are on-call to provide you with an assessment of your current infrastructure, evaluations, and recommendations for best practices and safest implementations.” Khalid concludes by offering his views on the seasoned experience of the firm and how they intend to move forward with times. “34 years of experience in the IT integration and solutions industry has taught us that our clients’ needs are never static. To anticipate this, we continually finesse all that we do and keep an eye on trends that will drive the future of the IT market. That is why today our clients view MIS as their TRUSTED IT PARNER.”