Accenture and Google Cloud are teaming up on an initiative to accelerate the adoption of cloud solutions and generative AI capabilities within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The move will address local data, operational and software sovereignty needs by establishing a modern digital core and scaling generative AI agents that will help organizations create new business opportunities and improve customer experience.
The collaboration will extend Accenture and Google Cloud’s joint Generative AI Center of Excellence (CoE) to Saudi Arabia to make its solutions, products and assets, including generative AI agents, available to local organizations.
“Being ready for continuous reinvention hinges on a modern digital core to rapidly seize every opportunity. We’re expanding our joint Accenture and Google Cloud Generative AI CoE to bring new capabilities to the region and transform how Saudi organizations can reinvent products, services and experiences,” said Dr. Majid Altuwaijri, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia chair and country managing director at Accenture, in a statement.
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“Our partnership with Google Cloud aims to help clients in Saudi Arabia accelerate business outcomes in new ways. We are unique because our strategy brings together key stakeholders to pioneer digital sovereignty and to develop systems that are not only secure and compliant but also resilient and future ready,” he said.
Experts from both companies will work with clients to identify use cases and rapidly develop and scale them, enabling organizations to benefit from the advantages of generative AI while maintaining security and compliance through Google’s Dammam cloud region.
“Organizations need the combination of leading technology and services expertise to successfully deploy generative AI,” said Bader Almadi, general manager of Google Cloud in Saudi Arabia. “With Google Cloud’s advanced capabilities and Accenture’s industry expertise, customers will have access to the resources needed to plan, deploy and optimize generative AI projects.”
In addition to its technology initiatives, this partnership will also help foster local talent in the region, and include hackathons, training programs and hands-on lab environments. The adoption of generative AI has the potential to increase the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP) by 4%, according to a recent report from the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority and Accenture.
What this means for ERP Insiders
AI is driving growth in Saudi Arabia. AI initiatives are crucial for Saudi Arabia as they align with Vision 2030, driving economic diversification and reducing reliance on oil. AI enhances efficiency across industries like healthcare, finance, and smart cities, fostering innovation and global competitiveness. It also supports workforce development by equipping citizens with future-ready skills. Additionally, AI-powered solutions improve government services, security, and sustainability efforts. This week ERP provider IFS also announced that it is partnering with Saudi Business Machines (SBM) to extend its footprint in the region.
Organizations are seeing the benefits of AI. At a pivotal time for digital transformation, organizations are leveraging sovereign cloud and generative AI to drive innovation. In Saudi Arabia, the General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI) exemplifies this shift, using AI to enhance social insurance services for customers and their families. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, GOSI built a secure, scalable AI environment on cloud technology. This initiative empowers developers and researchers to experiment with cutting-edge AI models, delivering tangible outcomes and extending the value of AI across its operations.
Generative AI is fueling ERP market growth. Generative AI is transforming the ERP market by automating workflows, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and improving user experiences. AI-powered ERP systems analyze vast datasets to generate insights, optimize resource allocation, and predict market trends. This results in greater efficiency, cost savings, and faster response times for businesses. Additionally, AI-driven automation reduces manual workloads, allowing employees to focus on strategic tasks. As companies seek smarter, more adaptive ERP solutions, generative AI is fueling market growth and reshaping enterprise resource planning.
