Atos Group and AWS launch Global GenAI Innovation Studio to accelerate AI-powered business transformation

Atos Group and AWS launch Global GenAI Innovation Studio to accelerate AI-powered business transformation

Press Release Atos Group and AWS launch Global GenAI Innovation Studio to accelerate AI-powered business transformation Cutting-edge 6,000sqft facility unlocks the potential of generative AI, enabling organizations to accelerate innovation, transform customer experiences, and optimize productivity Pune, India – October 15, 2024 – Atos Group, including Eviden , its business leading in digital, cloud, big data and security, today announces the launch of its global GenAI Innovation Studio in Pune, India, in partnership with AWS, the world’s leading cloud provider. The Studio will serve as a collaborative hub where Atos and AWS will co-develop groundbreaking GenAI solutions that tackle industry-specific challenges. Customers will have the opportunity to engage in envisioning sessions and hands-on proofs-of-value specifically tailored to their needs, accelerating their AI adoption and experiencing real-world generative AI applications. The studio launch event welcomes customer delegations from around the globe, AWS experts, independent analysts, and Atos employees to an environment focused on shaping the future of AI. The Studio will host regular events fostering a culture of learning and innovation, including training and certification programs, hackathons, and AWS DeepRacer competitions. Leveraging its industry knowledge, deep AWS expertise as a Premier Consulting Partner, and proficiency in digital, big data, and […]

The Case for Reshaping Traditional Industries with Tech

The Case for Reshaping Traditional Industries with Tech

Credit: Huawei Digitalization is everywhere. Be it in the energy industry, e-government services, manufacturing, or logistics, the fourth industrial revolution is having a profound impact. Thanks to AI, 5G-A, cloud, and other technologies, the physical world is merging with the digital world. The rapid adoption of these technologies is contributing to driving efficiency, reducing operational costs and improving end-user experiences across vertical industries, all contributing to measurable economic improvements. According to Forrester , the global digital economy will reach $16.5 trillion and capture 17% of global GDP by 2028. Similarly, PWC projects that with the broader spillover effect of technology, the digital economy can reach up to 25% of GDP globally. This is something that Huawei has been focused on for some time. The new Global Digitalization Index or GDI jointly created with IDC measures the maturity of a country’s ICT industry by factoring in multiple indicators for digital infrastructure, including computing, storage, cloud, and green energy. This research found that a one-US-dollar investment in digital transformation results in an 8.3-US-dollar return in a country’s digital economy. “Our hope is that the GDI will give every country a clearer vision of and plan for its digital and intelligent transformation,” […]

e& and AWS Sign US$1 Billion Cloud Pact to Propel AI and Digital Growth in the Middle East

e& and AWS Sign US$1 Billion Cloud Pact to Propel AI and Digital Growth in the Middle East

In a move aimed at bolstering digital transformation across the Middle East, e& has announced a strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS), a major player in cloud computing. This agreement comes as AWS continues to expand its presence in the region, following the launch of its second Middle East cloud region in the UAE in 2022. It is part of a US$5 billion (AED 20 billion) investment earmarked through 2036. The partnership, valued at over US$1 billion (AED 3.7 billion) over the next six years, is set to accelerate innovation in sectors ranging from healthcare to finance. It will leverage AWS’s robust cloud infrastructure alongside e&’s extensive network capabilities. The collaboration will deliver secure, scalable cloud solutions to public sector entities and regulated industries, helping them navigate stringent compliance requirements. By integrating AWS’s services, e& aims to further entrench itself as a key player in the UAE’s digital economy, providing cloud infrastructure to support businesses of all sizes. As part of this initiative, e& will modernise platforms like Starzplay Arabia and Careem, with a particular focus on expanding artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and Smart Home services. Additionally, customers can now earn e&’s Smiles points when shopping on Amazon. […]

AWS and e& sign $1 billion agreement to enhance cloud solutions, support AI for digital transformation

AWS and e& sign $1 billion agreement to enhance cloud solutions, support AI for digital transformation

The focus will be on cloud services like storage, computing, networking, cybersecurity, and AI/ML advancements This partnership is set to amplify the impact of cloud-driven innovation and digital transformation throughout the region. e& , the global technology group serving over 175 million subscribers across 34 countries, has announced a significant strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) , the world’s leading cloud provider. This collaboration follows AWS’s establishment of its second cloud region in the UAE in 2022, which included a planned investment of $5 billion (AED20 billion) in the local economy through 2036. Combining cloud capabilities This new alliance merges AWS’s sovereign cloud infrastructure and solutions with e&’s robust network capabilities, aiming to meet the rigorous demands of customers in the public sector and regulated industries, such as healthcare, finance, and oil and gas in the Middle East. Together, the companies will deliver cloud solutions that comply with industry regulations, addressing the rising need for secure and scalable infrastructure. By partnering with AWS, e& reinforces its position as a crucial facilitator of the UAE’s digital economy, creating fresh growth opportunities for businesses of all sizes. As part of this collaboration, e& and AWS have signed an agreement exceeding […]

Viasat selects ST Engineering iDirect's next-generation ground technology to accelerate customers' digital transformation

Viasat selects ST Engineering iDirect’s next-generation ground technology to accelerate customers’ digital transformation

ST Engineering iDirect logo Long-term partnership expands with new technology, paving the way for further efficiency and future cloud-based deployments for energy customers. HERNDON, Va., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Global satellite communications leaders ST Engineering iDirect and Viasat have partnered to expand Viasat’s satellite network in Latin America by deploying ST Engineering iDirect’s next-generation hub infrastructure to provide advanced connectivity services for Brazil’s energy industry. ST Engineering iDirect will supply its next-generation DCR/DBR hub deployed on its Dialog platform, to offer a highly scalable and flexible solution that will enable Viasat Energy Services to quickly expand and capture new opportunities. The DCR/DBR is a forward-compatible hub infrastructure and its rollout lays the foundation for future virtualized, cloud-based services. As its customer requirements evolve, ST Engineering iDirect has announced its Intuition ground system with standards-based, end-to-end orchestration capabilities. This aims to further speed up the time-to-market and streamline service delivery. The DCR/DBR investment is the next step to introduce further value for Viasat Energy Services’ customers. While Viasat offers maximum efficiency in its global managed services network, the new hub expansion will enable it to incrementally build on its capabilities to deliver robust coverage, capacity and connectivity for the […]

Fennex wins Best Digital Transformation Award in USA

Fennex wins Best Digital Transformation Award in USA

Fennex, a leading provider of digital solutions, together with Noble Corporation, has been awarded the prestigious Best Digital Transformation accolade at the Gulf Energy Excellence Awards in Houston. This recognition celebrates their groundbreaking collaboration on the Extreme Weather Monitoring and Simulation Platform, which significantly improves safety and operational efficiency in high-risk offshore environments. The firm’s 23-strong team is based at Opportunity North East’s ONE Tech Hub in Aberdeen. Adrian Brown, Managing Director of Fennex, commented: “We are thrilled to receive this recognition, which underscores the strength of our partnership with Noble. Together, we’ve pushed the boundaries of digital transformation to protect offshore workers and improve operational resilience in some of the most challenging environments.” He added “Climate change is driving complexities. The reality is people who are forward thinking always think about how technology can be leveraged to manage increase in complexity. We focus on helping businesses to make better decisions to make their people and their assets safe.” This award-winning collaboration is further supported by Opportunity North East (ONE), which has been instrumental in fostering innovation in the North Sea energy sector. “ONE’s backing has been invaluable in driving forward technological advancements like our platform,” said Adrian Brown. […]

Viettel achieves 95% 4G coverage, boosting national digital transformation

Viettel achieves 95% 4G coverage, boosting national digital transformation

Under the theme “Universalizing digital infrastructure and fostering digital innovation to develop the digital economy – A new driver for economic growth and labour productivity,” Viettel has made substantial contributions, representing a large portion of the nation’s mobile, internet, and data infrastructure. Not only does Viettel contribute approximately 40% of Vietnam’s 4G mobile infrastructure, but it has also invested in and operates submarine fiber optic cables, which will account for over 50% of Vietnam’s international bandwidth when the ADC (Asia Direct Cable) goes into operation in early 2025. In terms of data infrastructure, Viettel owns and operates 14 large-scale data centers with a total capacity of 87 MW, supporting the development of big data processing and artificial intelligence applications. Viettel is also the first company in Vietnam to develop green data centers, reducing emissions for high-performance computing tasks. Viettel plans to launch 5G networks in all 63 provinces and cities by October, develop 24 data centers with a total capacity of 560 MW (Vietnam’s current total capacity is 150 MW), and introduce 4 new submarine cable systems to meet 60% of Vietnam’s international connectivity needs by 2030. “Viettel aims to build the largest, safest, and most advanced digital infrastructure, […]

Marina Bellini joins Mars to lead global business services and enterprise digital technologies

Marina Bellini joins Mars to lead global business services and enterprise digital technologies

Mars announces Marina Bellini joins as president for global business services organization for Mars, Incorporated Seasoned leader with extensive experience in digital, technology, data enablement, and shared services for global consumer goods and financial services companies, to join Mars from Itaú Unibanco MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Mars announced Marina F. Bellini joins the organization to lead operations, global business services and enterprise digital technologies across Mars – a $50bn+ business with a diverse and expanding portfolio of leading pet care products and veterinary services, and quality snacking and food products. Bellini is based in Newark, and reports to Claus Aagaard, CFO of Mars, Incorporated. Bellini has more than 25 years of experience leading digital, technology, data and shared services teams in global consumer packaged goods (CPG) and financial services. A transformational leader in billion-dollar businesses, Bellini has a proven record of building operating models designed to transform operations, IT, digital, data and analytics and business services into high value inputs to businesses and customers. Claus Aagaard, Mars CFO, said, "We’re thrilled to welcome Marina to Mars. She joins us with outstanding experience driving high-impact change across a range of global industries. I’m confident that she’ll […]

Digital Transformation: Senegal Outlines Roadmap to 2050

Digital Transformation: Senegal Outlines Roadmap to 2050

In recent years, the digital sector has become a key contributor to Senegal’s economic and social development. In the coming years, the government plans to intensify its efforts and fully capitalize on the opportunities offered by this rapidly growing industry. Senegal On Monday, October 14, officially presented its national development plan for 2050. Titled ‘Senegal 2050,’ the plan outlines the country’s path to economic transformation. Digital technologies play a key part in this path. " Today, digital technology is revolutionizing the global economy. Our goal is to make it the driving force behind Senegal’s future economy by promoting widespread adoption. This will enhance daily life, stimulate economic growth, and strengthen governance ," said Victor Ndiaye, CEO of the consulting firm Performances Group and co-author of the national development plan. Over the next 25 years, Senegal aims to digitize all sectors of its economy. Priorities include the digitization of land and real estate, an initiative designed to enhance fairness in land access and improve tax justice. Additionally, a reliable digital identity system will be implemented to allow citizens to easily connect to various online services. The development of quality infrastructure, such as campuses dedicated to innovation and training, along with […]

Finances are main barrier to digital transformation say NHS leaders

Finances are main barrier to digital transformation say NHS leaders

Shutterstock.com Research by NHS Providers found that 73% of trust leaders surveyed believe that funding and financial constraints are the biggest barrier to digital transformation. The survey, ‘ Digital transformation survey 2024: challenges, opportunities and priorities for trust leaders ’ , which was conducted in May and June 2024, received 185 responses from 134 NHS trusts. Trust leaders said that progress has been made implementing advanced technologies, including electronic patient records, better cyber security and enhancing staff skills, but warned that there are barriers to boosting productivity and improving patient safety through digital transformation. Of trust leaders who responded to the survey, 50% said that operational pressures were affecting clinical engagement, training and technology take-up, and 35% identified poor wi-fi, computers and other infrastructure problems as the biggest barrier to progress. Lack of workforce capacity was flagged as a barrier to digital transformation by 35% of respondents, followed by a lack of system interoperability which was cited by 30% Saffron Cordery, deputy chief executive of NHS Providers , said that outdated technology often adds to clinicians’ workloads and hinders, rather than improves, efficiency and productivity. “Digital transformation has huge potential to give patients better access to their data, better […]