Agreement with SAP focuses on the digitalisation of its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Aramco said the deal would deepen its participation in the fourth industrial revolution technologies. IT will also bring jobs into the kingdom. SAP’s data centre in Saudi will provide cloud technology to Aramco and other companies. Digital transformation programme is improving the ability to meet the needs of customers around the world and setting a new standard for technology deployment in our industry. Technologies and solutions within digital transformation initiatives will touch all facets of operations. This is just one more example of how Saudi Aramco is applying best practice in this space and embracing 4IR solutions. Aramco has taken the next step on their digital transformation journey and towards becoming an Intelligent Enterprise, implementing S/4 HANA and the Business Technology Platform amongst others.
JV with Cognite aims to create advanced end-to-end digital software solutions in Saudi Arabia, which will maximize local content, contribute to GDP growth, create new jobs, accelerate digital talent development and sustain Aramco’s resilience. Aramco’s deep operational expertise, combined with Cognite’s track record of developing and deploying industrial software for digital frontrunners, will be a powerful catalyst for the commercial success of the joint venture and the advancement of digital transformation across heavy-asset industries.