Diriyah Company Achieves Milestone With SAP Private Cloud Solutions Deployment For Digital Transformation

Diriyah Company, responsible for developing Saudi Arabia's 14 sq. km cultural and lifestyle destination, has successfully implemented SAP Private Cloud Solutions. This marks a pivotal moment in its digital transformation efforts. The advanced cloud computing solutions aim to improve services for visitors, residents, partners, and employees of Diriyah. As one of the Kingdom’s largest urban projects, these solutions offer a comprehensive view of operations, streamlining processes for data-driven decision-making.

The SAP-powered transformation equips Diriyah Company with a flexible and scalable technology infrastructure. This includes the SAP ERP Private Cloud solution, which facilitates the secure transition of core business processes to the cloud. Real estate-specific modules were added alongside SAP SuccessFactors for human resource management. Additionally, SAP Ariba procurement and the SAP Business Technology innovation platform were deployed to enhance application development, data management, planning and analytics, integration, and automation.

Chief Executive Officer Jerry Inzerillo expressed gratitude for SAP's role in this transformation phase. He stated: "Our partnership with SAP has been instrumental in achieving this critical phase of our digital transformation. The implementation of SAP’s innovative solutions allows us to optimize our operations and enhance our service delivery, ultimately creating a more enriching experience for our stakeholders."

Chief Technology Officer Michael Ibbitson highlighted the significance of their collaboration with SAP since the project's inception. He remarked: "Diriyah and SAP have been on a journey since the inception of the project. The deployment of cutting-edge cloud computing solutions marks a major milestone in our collaboration. Fully hosted in Saudi Arabia, the flexible, scalable, and future-proof infrastructure will enable data-driven and agile decision-making, addressing the complexities of one of the largest urban development projects in the world."

SAP has played a crucial role in Diriyah's journey from its beginning. This milestone represents a significant step forward in their partnership as the SAP platform is now fully hosted within Saudi Arabia. This robust infrastructure supports data-driven decision-making to tackle challenges posed by one of the world’s largest urban development projects.

Future-Proof Development

Hans-Peter Fülle, Chief Business Officer at SAP EMEA, commented on their support for Diriyah's ambitious goals: "We are immensely proud to support Diriyah Company on its bold journey toward becoming a global cultural and tourism landmark. By integrating multiple innovative SAP solutions, Diriyah has significantly elevated operational efficiency and built a future-proof foundation for its visionary development. These transformative achievements align seamlessly with Diriyah’s aspiration to stand among the world’s most iconic destinations."

Diriyah Company remains committed to a digital-first approach to effectively manage its large-scale projects innovatively. This transformation positions it as a leading developer in Saudi Arabia, ready to meet diverse stakeholder demands and adapt to an evolving market landscape.

The successful deployment of these advanced solutions underscores Diriyah Company's dedication to enhancing operational efficiency while preparing for future growth opportunities within Saudi Arabia's dynamic development landscape.

With inputs from SPA