Kingdom of Bahrain

etail, automotive or healthcare. The
consumer oriented things that comprise
IoT will in large part consist of wearables,
smartphones, connected cars and smart
homes. We also expect to find new
opportunities for growth in the public
sector, as smart cities gain more traction.
We expect that the consumer demand for
digital technologies that make it easier to
access and pay for public services using
mobile devices will continue to drive these
initiatives.
Q: In many situations today, people tend
to prefer messaging over voice calls –
how will that impact telecom operators
and how are you evolving your business
models to adapt to this?
Key elements of
our focus include
enabling the Kingdom
to be digitally
enabled in line with
the global trend”
A: This is a natural change in customer
behaviour and Telecoms need to adapt.
In Batelco we will continue to invest in
improving the Broadband infrastructure
to ensure the best quality and to allow
customers to enjoy their life style.
Q: Is Batelco currently involved in any
Smart City initiatives in the country?
A: Yes and in collaboration with major
technology providers Batelco has
demonstrated a range of Smart Solutions.
The leading companies are partnered
to demonstrate a variety of Cloud and
Sustainability solutions with the range
of advanced technologies designed to
enable the development of the Networked
Society’s smart cities.
The technologies showcase how
life experiences in a smart city are
enhanced through more connectivity,
with a particular focus on working life,
city life and home life, allowing citizens
to live and work in more sustainable
societies. Among the solutions is Connected
Print along with smart solutions for homes
and hospitals.
Q: The IoT market is set to grow
exponentially into a multi-trillion dollar
market – are you currently working on any
IoT applications or initiatives?
A: Batelco, the Kingdom’s leading
digital solutions provider has launched
a cutting edge IoT (Internet of Things)
Connected Vehicle Solution to support
the requirements of the education and
transportation sectors.
The solution is aimed at equipping vehicles,
such as school buses, with cameras,
sensors, GPS tracker, sound level detector
and object count and furthermore the
solution is self-powered through the use of
solar panels.
Q: Where do you see the Batelco Group
in the coming years and how do you see
Batelco Bahrain’s contribution to the
group in the future?
A: With a core strategy focused on elevating
communication standards and digital
solutions in the Kingdom of Bahrain;
Batelco is paving the way for the evolution
of the industry keeping abreast with the
latest global trends. Our core strategy
centres on our continuous efforts towards
superior customer centricity by transforming
digital lifestyles. Batelco has played
a pivotal role in the country’s development
as a major communications hub and
today we are the leading digital
communications’ provider, continuing
to lead and shape the consumer and
enterprise market.
Q: Would you like to elaborate on the
BITEX theme “Smart World through Digital
Transformation” for this year and how
it translates into Batelco’s strategy?
A: The ongoing evolution of the industry inspires
us to continuously change our mindset
and business strategy. Key elements of
our focus include enabling the Kingdom to
be digitally enabled in line with the
global trend.
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