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SAP elevates Sundus Bushahri to Managing Director for Kuwait
Eng Sundus Bushahri
SAP has announced the appointment of Eng Sundus Bushahri as Managing Director for its Kuwait operations . With more than 15 years of experience gained at large multinationals and Fortune 500 companies , Bushahri will lead her team in supporting Kuwait ’ s ambitious digitalisation and workforce training agenda , helping companies to leverage the enormous potential of cloud computing and business AI .
Immediately prior to her promotion , Bushahri was Vice President of Business Development and Sales for SAP Kuwait . In this diverse role she created tailored solutions for enterprises in the public and private sectors , while also building strong strategic relationships with SAP clients and partners .
Bushahri studied in the US , and holds a BSc in Software Engineering from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach in Florida .
“ Kuwait is a highly significant growth market for SAP , one that is rapidly embracing digital transformation and working towards the creation of a sustainable workforce equipped with the skills needed for a thriving digital economy . Sundus Bushahri has a deep understanding of global operations and firsthand knowledge of Kuwaiti culture , making her the ideal person to lead SAP ’ s support of these national goals ,” said Ahmed
AlFaifi , Senior Vice President , SAP Middle East and Africa – North , to whom Bushahri will report directly .
“ With her technical expertise , extensive market knowledge and natural leadership abilities , Sundus will lead her team in supporting the public and private sector adoption of new technologies , while also promoting the training and development of the Kuwaiti workforce .”
Commenting on her new role , Bushahri said , “ Kuwaiti public and private sectors have demonstrated a willingness to embrace digital transformation in a way that will ensure we remain at the forefront of new technological developments . In addition to helping companies leverage emerging technologies such as Business AI , my team and I will also continue to support education initiatives to develop Kuwaiti ’ s diverse technology talents .”
HID receives recognition for Bahrain ePassport project embedding design and security
HID recently achieved global recognition for its Bahrain ePassport project , clinching several top honours . These include the distinguished London Design Awards , the High Security Printing Award , and the iF Design Award . This suite of praises reinforces HID ’ s leadership in security design , showcasing its innovative approach to integrating cutting-edge security features with aesthetic and cultural elements .
Craig Sandness , Senior VP and Managing Director for Citizen Identity at HID , shares , “ Our design philosophy is centred around seamlessly weaving security into the fabric of the document ’ s design . The Bahrain ePassport is a prime example of this approach , where innovation meets artistry .”
Experience categories , underscoring the project ’ s excellence in functionality , cultural sensitivity , and user engagement .
The High Security Printing Award for Best New ePassport for EMEA and the iF Design Award in the Publications and Communications category further validate HID ’ s skill in creating secure , user-centred design .
The collaboration between HID , Bahraini authorities , and local artisans highlights HID ’ s commitment to incorporating local culture into its security designs . This partnership approach not only enriches the document ’ s aesthetic appeal but also enhances its acceptance and significance among citizens , demonstrating HID ’ s leadership in creating identity solutions that respect and celebrate cultural heritage .
The Bahrain ePassport , celebrated for its innovative design , marks a milestone in document security by introducing the world ’ s first document-embedded hashtag , # teambahrain . This feature is more than a nod to digital savviness ; it is a strong symbol of national unity and a testament to HID ’ s ability to integrate modern digital elements with traditional security measures .
HID ’ s work on the Bahrain ePassport has been recognised across several categories in the London Design Awards , including Gold awards in Service Design for Government , Cultural , and Best User
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