Hewlett Packard Enterprise Launches Saudi Made HPE Servers With National Product Certificate

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has recently made strides in Saudi Arabia by marking 50 years of operation and announcing significant developments in their local production capabilities. At the heart of these announcements is the receipt of the National Product Certificate for 'Saudi Made' HPE servers and the ambitious plan to expand the export of these locally produced ProLiant servers to other Middle Eastern countries.

The Riyadh production site, which was launched earlier in the year in collaboration with alfanar Company, is a testament to HPE's dedication to the Saudi market and their alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 plan. This initiative aims to transform the Kingdom into a leading hub for advanced technologies. The decision to increase investment in this facility underscores HPE's commitment to contributing to Saudi Arabia's digital transformation and technological innovation journey, which spans over five decades.

The alfanar-led production team, mainly composed of female employees, has already started fulfilling customer orders and is gearing up to scale operations further. This development is significant, as it not only supports the growing IT infrastructure needs within the Kingdom but also empowers a diverse and highly skilled workforce. The team's efforts have already seen the HPE servers achieve National Product Certification from the Local Content and Government Procurement Authority, marking a crucial milestone in the project. This certification is indicative of the servers' quality and their alignment with the Kingdom's vision to bolster local content.

The growing IT infrastructure needs across the Middle East have prompted HPE and alfanar to explore additional investments to enhance the production facility's output. Through plans to export 'Saudi Made' HPE servers, the company aims to solidify its position as a key technology provider in the region. This strategy not only strengthens the Kingdom's technological landscape but also positions it as a central hub for innovation and technology in the Middle East.

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Ministry of Investment, and the Saudi Exports Development Authority back the production site. These servers, adorned with the 'Saudi Tech’ logo, are emblematic of the 'Saudi Made’ program, underscoring the nation's push towards becoming self-reliant in technology and innovation.

Mohammed AlRobayan, MCIT Deputy Minister of Technology, highlighted the significance of producing 'Saudi Made' HPE servers, stating, "The production of Saudi Made HPE servers inside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is an important step in enhancing tech infrastructure and offering innovative solutions that meet the needs of the Saudi market, hence, accelerating the pace of development in the ICT sector in line with the digital sustainability requirements."

Abdulrahman bin Abdullah Al-Samari, CEO of the Local Content and Government Procurement Authority, expressed enthusiasm for the inclusion of HPE ProLiant servers in the mandatory list, emphasizing the role of technology in digital transformation. "As part of our enablement to ICT sector, We are pleased to add HPE ProLiant servers to the mandatory list, especially given the importance of technology and digital transformation," he said. Al-Samari reaffirmed the authority's commitment to innovation and excellence in developing technology in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030's objectives.

Reflecting on HPE's half-century legacy in Saudi Arabia, Mohammad Alrehaili, Middle East Managing Director at HPE, shared his pride in the company's contributions to the Kingdom's technological progress. "Looking back at HPE's 50 years of history in the Kingdom and seeing the advancements and contributions we have made in driving Saudi Arabia's technological development and transformation, fills me with immense pride," Alrehaili remarked. He also expressed excitement about the future, including plans to export 'Saudi Made' technology to other countries in the Middle East.

AbdulSalam Al Mutlaq, Chairman of alfanar, mirrored this sentiment, stressing the importance of advancing local industries and producing 'Saudi Tech' enterprise technology. Fayez Al Sharef, CEO of Sadara, also voiced his support, noting Sadara Chemical Company's pride in being one of the first customers for 'Saudi Made' HPE ProLiant servers.