Saudi Arabia Partners with Informatica Inc. to Elevate Tourism and Services
In a bid to transform its tourism and services into a world-class experience, Saudi Arabia is collaborating with enterprise software developer Informatica Inc., as stated by a senior executive.
Impressive Growth in Tourism Acknowledged
Amit Walia, the CEO of Informatica, expressed his admiration for the rapid growth of tourism in the Kingdom and the efforts to enhance the journey for visitors during an interview with Arab News.
Focus on Enhancing Visitor Experiences
Walia emphasized the company’s commitment to assisting Saudi Arabia in developing its tourism and infrastructure to provide top-notch experiences for visitors, both religious and non-religious.
Utilizing Data and Technology
Informatica’s capabilities in connecting and managing data across multi-cloud or hybrid systems can revolutionize the transportation, accommodation, and leisure facilities sectors to enhance visitor experiences in the Kingdom.
Informatica Summit Saudi Arabia 2024
During the Informatica Summit Saudi Arabia 2024 in Riyadh, Walia highlighted the company’s role in fast-tracking Saudi Arabia’s vision of becoming a cloud-first, data-driven state ahead of the World Expo 2030.
Accelerating Digital Transformation
By managing supply chains, ensuring data security, and enhancing operational efficiency, Informatica aims to accelerate Saudi Arabia’s AI and cloud-focused digital transformation, ultimately benefiting the nation’s advancement.
Cloud Technology Driving Digital Transformation
Walia stressed the critical role of cloud technology in driving digital transformation, particularly in the context of AI, highlighting the importance of high-quality data for accurate results in AI applications.
Expanding Presence in Saudi Arabia
Informatica is set to open its first-ever office in Saudi Arabia in the coming months, with the CEO expressing confidence in surpassing growth expectations in the region compared to its European expansion.
Partnerships for Data Delivery Infrastructure
Collaborations with Google Cloud and other partners aim to establish local cloud platforms for data management in Saudi Arabia, ensuring security and standardizing governance and privacy practices across the country.
Importance of Data Management in AI Era
Walia concluded the interview by emphasizing the significance of data management in AI-driven advancements, stating that high-quality data is essential for generating value with AI technologies.
Groundbreaking Move in Saudi Arabia
In April, Informatica launched its AI-powered Intelligent Data Management Cloud platform in Saudi Arabia, setting up a new delivery point in Riyadh on Google Cloud to enhance support for local partners and organizations in compliance with local regulations.