Intelligent CIO Middle East Issue 108 | Page 14

NEWS

Mannai IT Solutions implements SAP S / 4HANA for Qatar based Medicare Group

Medicare Group has wrapped up a project aimed at overhauling its back-office operations , transitioning from a legacy system to a new customised platform and leveraging RISE with SAP S / 4HANA , implemented in partnership with Mannai IT Solutions .

Muhammad Burjaq , the Chief Financial Officer of Medicare Group , highlighted that the decision to upgrade to a bettercontrolled back-office environment aligning with the latest business standards in enterprise resource planning , ERP software was a strategic move by the company .
Following the implementation , the project has significantly enhanced report generation , quality , analytics , and access to information for management through the development of intuitive and informative dashboards .
Representatives from Medicare Group ’ s Information Technology Department , Hisham Iqtail and Nazar Ali , emphasized that the transformation was a substantial endeavour undertaken by the project team , involving a comprehensive evaluation of various major ERPs in the market before selecting SAP S / 4HANA for its specific benefits tailored to healthcare and hospital operations .
An additional major challenge addressed by the team was the seamless integration of ADAM , the company ’ s own home grown Hospital Information System , HIS with the new back-office SAP system . ADAM , short for Al-Ahli Doctors ’ Assistant Module , was developed in-house over the years , and local , regional and international third parties have recently expressed interest in acquiring the HIS .
Alaa Jaber , Managing Director for SAP , Qatar , and Fast Growth Markets , underscored that the digital transformation effort aligns Medicare Group with Qatar National Vision 2030 , bringing advantages to multiple stakeholders . This technological advancement equips Medicare Group to optimise processes , reduce costs , and enhance efficiencies .
It empowers real-time data insights facilitating agile responses to shifts in patient demand and the broader healthcare landscape . Furthermore , SAP ’ s financial solutions support the company , which is publicly listed on the Qatar Exchange , in ensuring comprehensive disclosure and clarity regarding its financial performance .

Schneider opens Qatar office in Msheireb Properties with AVEVA ’ s Unified Operations Centre

Schneider Electric , a global provider in energy management and automation , has inaugurated its new office in Msheireb

Downtown Doha . Situated in Qatar ’ s most sustainable and digitally-enabled district , the new office is a flexible , future-ready workspace designed to enhance customer experience while supporting the country ’ s ambitious sustainability goals .
The facility also hosts a Services Training Centre , offering comprehensive programs to upskill Qatari talent and provide tailored training for customers on energy systems , automation , and smart city solutions . The centre will feature AVEVA ’ s Unified Operations Centre solutions designed to manage , track and monitor key processes in the energy industry and smart cityrelated processes such as power , building management , water and traffic systems .
Additionally , the collaboration between Schneider Electric and Msheireb Properties will activate a proof-of-concept project utilising advanced digital and automation technologies from Schneider Electric , including traffic management systems , predictive maintenance , and data-driven solutions that are designed to enhance both energy efficiency and living comfort .
Aligned with Schneider Electric ’ s global standards for flexibility and innovation , the new office sets a benchmark for collaborative , adaptable work environments . By integrating local knowledge with global technological leadership , Schneider Electric aims to support Qatar ’ s transition to a more energyefficient , resilient , and sustainable future .
Eng Ali Al Kuwari , CEO of Msheireb Properties , welcomed Schneider Electric ’ s decision to join the dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem of Msheireb Downtown Doha , emphasizing its significance in advancing sustainability efforts both locally and globally .
He stated , “ Schneider Electric ’ s choice to inaugurate its new office in Msheireb Downtown Doha reflects the city ’ s instrumental role in promoting eco-friendly energy solutions and nurturing sustainability across the region . Their innovations in green technology and commitment to reducing the global carbon footprint align seamlessly with our vision for the heart of Doha .”
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