18 October 2024, Fri |
12:32 PM
During a milestone event celebrating 50 years of Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) in Saudi Arabia, the company announced that its ‘Saudi Made’ HPE servers have received the prestigious National Product Certificate. This recognition marks a significant step in HPE’s plans to export ‘Saudi Made’ HPE ProLiant servers across the region, further strengthening its global supply chain.
Earlier this year, HPE launched its production site in Riyadh in partnership with alfanar Company. The expansion of this facility aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 plan to position the Kingdom as a technology hub. The increased investment in local manufacturing will not only support HPE’s global operations but also promote the Saudi Made program across the broader Middle East.
HPE’s 50-year legacy in Saudi Arabia reflects its role as a trusted partner in the Kingdom’s digital transformation journey, providing innovative technological infrastructure. The production facility, led by a predominantly female team, has already begun shipping HPE servers, meeting the growing demand from customers and boosting local content in line with national standards.
The National Product Certification, awarded by the Local Content and Government Procurement Authority, is a significant achievement that underscores HPE’s commitment to maintaining high-quality standards for the local market. This certification supports Saudi Arabia’s vision of enhancing local content and contributing to the Kingdom’s digital sustainability goals.
With increasing demand for IT infrastructure across the Middle East, HPE is actively exploring further investments to expand production at its Riyadh facility. The company aims to solidify its position as a leading technology provider in the region while bolstering Saudi Arabia’s role as a key player in the tech industry.
Strategic Partnerships Driving Growth
HPE’s Riyadh production site is backed by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), the Ministry of Investment, and the Saudi Exports Development Authority. As part of the Saudi Made program, HPE servers carry the ‘Saudi Tech’ logo, representing the Kingdom’s commitment to technological innovation.
Executive Insights
Mohammed AlRobayan, MCIT Deputy Minister of Technology, emphasized the importance of producing Saudi Made HPE servers, stating, “This is a crucial step in enhancing tech infrastructure and offering innovative solutions that meet the needs of the Saudi market, accelerating the pace of development in the ICT sector.”
Abdulrahman bin Abdullah Al-Samari, CEO of the Local Content and Government Procurement Authority, echoed this sentiment: “We are proud to add HPE ProLiant servers to the mandatory list, reinforcing our dedication to innovation and excellence in technology development, in line with Vision 2030.”
Reflecting on HPE’s half-century in the Kingdom, Mohammad Alrehaili, HPE Middle East Managing Director, shared, “I am incredibly proud of our contributions to Saudi Arabia’s technological transformation. The launch of the Riyadh facility and the National Product Certification are key milestones. I look forward to exporting ‘Saudi Made’ technology across the region.”
Eng. AbdulSalam Al Mutlaq, Chairman of alfanar, added, “As we expand the production of ‘Saudi Tech’ enterprise technology, we continue to empower local industries and develop a skilled workforce, further contributing to the Kingdom’s growth.”
Fayez Al Sharef, CEO of Sadara, also commented, “Sadara Chemical Company is proud to be among the first customers of ‘Saudi Made’ HPE ProLiant servers, strengthening our technology infrastructure with trusted local products.”
This strategic move by HPE underscores the company’s commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and promoting local content while driving technological advancement throughout the Middle East.
