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IBM Opens New Doha Office To Support Qatar’s Digital Growth
The move is a significant step for the company as it deepens its presence in a market with huge growth potential.
IBM has officially opened its new office in Al Mana Tower, situated in Doha’s Corniche area. The inauguration ceremony was attended by key figures, including H.E. Mohammed bin Ali Al Mannai, Qatar’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, U.S. Ambassador Timmy Davis, and IBM executives Shukri Eid and Wissam Shmait. Local business partners and clients also joined the event, which took place during the Qatar Global AI Summit.
This new office marks a significant step in IBM’s strategy to deepen its presence in Qatar — a market with tremendous potential for growth. With the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Digital Agenda 2030 shaping the country’s ambitions, IBM aims to contribute to Qatar’s ongoing digital transformation by delivering cutting-edge solutions and advisory services directly from its Doha base.
Speaking about this development, Sami Mohammed Al Shammari, Assistant Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Operations Affairs at Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, emphasized the importance of IBM’s role. “We are pleased to witness the expansion of IBM’s presence in the State of Qatar and its role in supporting our journey towards building an advanced digital future,” he said. He described the move as more than a commercial investment, highlighting its potential to empower key industries and foster stronger collaboration between Qatar’s public and private sectors. He added that this partnership aligns with the country’s vision of building a robust digital infrastructure and advancing a knowledge-based economy.
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IBM’s regional leader, Shukri Eid, echoed these sentiments. “The opening of our new office in Qatar reflects IBM’s commitment to supporting the country’s accelerated digital transformation journey,” he said. He underscored IBM’s focus on driving innovation and equipping clients with advanced technological solutions to help realize Qatar’s digital ambitions.
The new office not only strengthens IBM’s ties with local businesses and government entities but also positions the tech corporation as a key player in the ongoing development of Qatar’s digital ecosystem. By fostering innovation and driving technological adoption, IBM will be ideally poised to play a central role in the country’s broader goals for digital advancement.
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The Petshop Launches UAE’s First Pet Care Super App
Dubai retailer folds shopping, bookings and pet records into one mobile hub that features reminders, personalization, and more.
The Petshop has introduced a “Super App” that pulls together shopping, service bookings and pet records into a single platform, pitching it as the first integrated pet care app of its kind in the UAE.
The release turns the company’s stores, services and e-commerce operation into one connected system. Instead of juggling calls, WhatsApp chats and paper notes, customers manage everything from one account.
Each pet gets a dedicated profile. Age, diet, medical notes and behavioral traits sit in one place and update over time. For households with multiple animals, it’s a practical fix: fewer lost details, fewer repeat explanations at the counter.
That data feeds the app’s personalization. Reminders, recommendations and service options adjust to the specific pet rather than defaulting to broad prompts.
Grooming, boarding, relocation, aquatics and wellness services are booked through the same flow. Users can check availability, lock in appointments and see past visits without hopping between tools. All of the key services can be accessed and booked with a few taps.
The company says records and documents are stored with added safeguards, including verified digital paperwork for sensitive information, while usage signals trigger timely prompts without exposing private data.
“Over the past fifteen years, we’ve grown alongside the pet community in the UAE and seen how pet ownership has evolved,” said Amr Hazem Youssef, CEO of The Petshop. “For pet families, care now depends on continuity, accurate information, and services that match real life, not isolated transactions. This app brings those elements into one place with a structure that supports reliable care”.
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He added: “Pets have individual needs that change over time, and those needs shape daily decisions around routines, health, and wellbeing. By keeping information organized and connecting services within one system, we can reduce friction for pet families and deliver greater consistency across the experience.”
Founded in 2011, The Petshop now operates 11 outlets across the United Arab Emirates, including megastores in Dubai Investment Park and Abu Dhabi’s Al Reem Island, plus an online catalogue of more than 12,000 products.
The Petshop Super App is available on both the App Store and Google Play.
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