In a landmark move set to redefine Saudi Arabia’s telecommunications landscape, Dell Technologies and TAWAL have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to spearhead technological advancements in OPEN RAN and Edge Computing.
The collaboration, solidified by Abdulrahman Almoaiqel, Chief Commercial Officer at TAWAL, and Mohammed Amin, Sr. Vice-President, CEEMETA for Dell Technologies, marks a pivotal moment for the kingdom’s telecom industry.
TAWAL, renowned as the largest telecommunications tower company in the Middle East, and Dell Technologies are set to explore and exploit opportunities in edge computing, tailoring bespoke solutions for various industry verticals in Saudi Arabia.
A key aspect of the agreement revolves around the development and integration of Open RAN technology, a move aimed at propelling innovation in 5G and beyond. This strategic alignment seeks to enhance network flexibility and scalability, promising a revolutionary shift in Saudi Arabia’s telecom landscape.
TAWAL, leveraging Dell’s portfolio of solutions, is poised to expedite the deployment and enablement of Smart Solutions through Edge computing. This strategic amalgamation is anticipated to elevate user experiences while unlocking a myriad of use cases across multiple sectors.
Abdulrahman Almoaiqel, Chief Commercial Officer at TAWAL, emphasized the significance of collaboration in unlocking the full potential of emerging technologies within the telecom sector. He underscored the partnership’s role in driving digital transformation in line with Saudi Vision 2030, ensuring the kingdom’s position at the forefront of digital advancements.
Mohammed Amin, Sr. Vice-President, CEEMETA at Dell Technologies, echoed these sentiments, highlighting Dell’s comprehensive approach to telecom architecture. He emphasized the pivotal role of this collaboration in accelerating the deployment of 5G services, paving the way for a more agile telecom infrastructure in Saudi Arabia.
With communications service providers transitioning to 5G, the collaboration between Dell Technologies and TAWAL assumes paramount importance. It aims to unlock the full potential of 5G by innovating at the network’s edge, thus capitalizing on the performance and latency advantages offered by this transformative technology.
