stc Group and AWS Forge Digital Transformation Partnership

stc Group, a digital enabler, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), the world’s most comprehensive cloud provider, to accelerate digital transformation in Saudi Arabia. This partnership recognizes stc Group as an AWS System Integrator Premier Partner, the highest AWS Partner Tier, positioning the company at the forefront of cloud and AI-driven innovation in the region.

The partnership combines AWS’s robust cloud infrastructure and generative AI/ML services, including Amazon Bedrock, with stc Group’s capabilities to power digital innovation across key sectors in Saudi Arabia. These sectors include healthcare, finance, sports, education, energy, industrial, logistics, and government, contributing to the country’s Vision 2030 goals. stc Group will leverage AWS’s global expertise to deliver secure, scalable cloud and AI solutions tailored to businesses in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region, including Bahrain and Kuwait.

This strategic collaboration will offer businesses of all sizes comprehensive guidance on migrating to AWS cloud and adopting generative AI/ML services. By advancing cloud adoption across industries, the partnership will simplify the integration of cutting-edge technologies, helping businesses unlock new growth opportunities in the AI-driven economy without the complexities often associated with digital transformation.

The collaboration also emphasizes local content development, sustainability initiatives, and knowledge sharing to support the region’s talent pool. Both companies are committed to empowering Saudi talent, promoting sustainable growth, and contributing to a knowledge-driven future. Riyadh Muawad, Chief Business Officer at stc Group, stated, “Through this strategic partnership with AWS, we aim to create innovative solutions, nurture local talent, and advance the digital transformation of Saudi Arabia.”

Tanuja Randery, Vice President, EMEA at AWS, added, “This collaboration plays a significant role in advancing Saudi Vision 2030. Together, AWS and stc Group will empower organizations across sectors such as healthcare, finance, and education with the latest solutions, ensuring Saudi talent is equipped to thrive in a fast-evolving digital economy.”

As cloud adoption and AI advancements continue to reshape Saudi Arabia’s digital landscape, the partnership is poised to drive significant economic growth. According to PwC, AI is expected to contribute $130 billion USD to Saudi Arabia’s economy by 2030, while IDC predicts the public cloud services market will reach nearly $4 billion by 2027, growing at an annual rate of 23%. This collaboration positions stc Group and AWS as key drivers of the Kingdom’s digital transformation and future economic success.