Bahrain-based telco Batelco has marked another milestone in its digital transformation journey with the launch of three new independent companies that are set to operate in the kingdom and beyond.
The new companies provide state-of-the-art solutions that cater to the emerging needs of today’s business in areas such as ICT, cloud computing, cyber security and digital communications, the company said in a statement.
The announcement of the three brands – BEYON Cyber, BEYON Solutions and BEYON Connect which augment the BEYON portfolio, was made during a press conference.
Batelco chairman, Sheikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, said: “We are extremely delighted with the progress we’ve accomplished in turning our long-term digital transformation strategy into reality. Today, we’re witnessing the outcome of three years of strategic planning and hard work.
“The newly launched companies are independent entities that are positioned to cater for emerging business needs in today’s corporate world. Innovative digital solutions and cyber security are key requirements for any business today,” he added.
BEYON Cyber is a provider of advanced end-to-end cyber-security solutions, providing managed services and advisory to organizations across Bahrain and beyond.
BEYON Solutions caters to the full range of technology needs of the public and private sectors while BEYON Connect is focused on delivering new technologies with great innovation potential, software-as-a-service platforms and advanced IT solutions to both the public and private sectors in the MENA region.
Sheikh Mohamed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Batelco chief digital growth officer, said: “We have been motivated by the positive response we’ve received since the launch of BEYON Money back in December, and accordingly, we have accelerated our efforts to launch our new digital brands and establish our presence in different verticals.
“The new companies will be positioned as key players in the digital solution space across the region and bring to market innovative products and services that respond to the needs of the public and private sector, addressing challenges they are facing in the evolving digitising economy,” he added.