Riyadh: ServiceNow, an American digital workflow company, inaugurated today its regional headquarters in Riyadh, according to a press release from the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT).
The newly established headquarters will oversee the company’s operations in the Kingdom, serving the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
The event was attended by Vice Minister of Communications and Information Technology Haytham Alohali, along with officials from the ministry, company representatives, and entrepreneurs.
This step, said the release, represents a ServiceNow commitment to support innovation in the Kingdom, meet the needs of its customers and partners in the region, provide job opportunities and develop digital skills.
Deputy Minister for Technology at MCIT Mohammed Al Robayan said that the opening of ServiceNow’s regional headquarters is a significant step towards achieving the Kingdom’s goals of becoming a leading regional center for advanced technologies.
“We welcome Ser
viceNow as a core member of the KSA tech business community and look forward to their contributions in advancing digital innovation, fostering local talent, and driving positive impact across the Kingdom,” he said.
According to the release, ServiceNow is expanding its presence in Saudi Arabia to meet customer and partner demand across the Kingdom. Following its earlier announcement of a $500 million investment to support regional business and government transformation drive, job creation, and digital skills development, the new office will serve as a central location for ServiceNow’s growing team in the region.
Situated in Laysen Valley, Riyadh, the office is conveniently located near The Digital Garage, where ServiceNow will enhance Al skills and drive innovation for the Kingdom.
ServiceNow Arabia Ltd.’s General Manager Saif Mashat expressed satisfaction with nurturing talent in the region, particularly in Al, and with collaborating with partners and customers to positively transform the future of the Kin
gdom, aligned with the Saudi Vision 2030.
Mashat emphasized that the new office underscores ServiceNow’s dedication to the regional ecosystem and its role in facilitating the transformation of the Saudi economy through technology innovation and Al-powered ServiceNow platform.
ServiceNow is committed to attracting and developing local talent, aligning with the Kingdom’s vision to empower its youth and equip them with the skills needed to thrive in the digital economy, according to the release.
Existing customers in the Kingdom include major organizations, including the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.
Source: Saudi Press Agency