It’s no secret that the technology sector is constantly changing, and new concepts for technological innovation are emerging in various companies within the sector. However, this accelerated development isn’t always matched by the professionals involved, and it’s in this context that Ooredoo decided to join forces with GSMA Advance to empower its professionals and improve how they understand and work with technology. The partnership comes at a time when digitalisation is rapidly advancing, demanding skills that protect networks and ensure systems are more sustainable.
Ooredoo reinforces its commitment to talent development
Ooredoo Group has been recognised as a People Excellence Partner by GSMA Advance, the GSMA’s learning and skills development division. This status is a significant achievement for the group, which aims to build a workforce prepared for the challenges of the industry across its global presence. The partnership opens access to a wide range of courses and certifications, covering topics such as 5G, IoT, mobile privacy and security.
A workforce built on knowledge to face the industry’s next challenges
In an industry known for its competitive pressure, Ooredoo is seeking something beyond mere technological expansion. According to Fatima Sultan Al Kuwari, the group’s HR and Sustainability Director, becoming a GSMA Advance partner aligns with the company’s commitment to investing in the capabilities needed for the coming years.
“Our people are the engine of our transformation. Becoming a GSMA Advance People Excellence Partner reinforces our commitment to investing in the skills and capabilities needed for the next decade of digital leadership. As we scale our infrastructure and accelerate innovation across our markets, building world-class talent remains at the heart of our strategy,” said the Director.
From GSMA’s perspective, partners of excellence need to demonstrate a consistent commitment to the development of the sector. The People Excellence Partner program was created to establish standards of knowledge and best practices to recognise organisations that truly invest in their teams.
The training covers 5G, IoT, mobile networks, and governance to transform operations
Ooredoo employees will have access to GSMA’s knowledge base, which includes accredited courses and certification pathways. The training covers areas directly related to the technology sector, ranging from 5G and IoT to mobile security and public policy. In telecommunications, preparing teams to handle non-terrestrial networks, roaming, and spectrum management is essential for growth.
Ooredoo was the first company in the world to launch commercial 5G services in 2018, clearly demonstrating its commitment to investing in innovative approaches. Today, the company maintains data centres equipped for artificial intelligence, cloud platforms, and submarine cable systems.
And this culture is closely associated with GSMA Advance. According to the head of the division, Dr Drew MacFarlane, Ooredoo demonstrates not only a commitment to training, but also ESG principles considered a benchmark in its areas of operation.
“Not only are they clearly committed to building capacity and skills through initiatives like their Learning Academy, but they are also an inspiring operator – working across multiple countries and demonstrating some of the best-in-region ESG principles which align very well with GSMA’s commitments in this area,” he said.
Partnership aims to prepare professionals for a changing and competitive digital landscape
In the telecommunications sector, technology changes and evolves faster than ever, and both Ooredoo and GSMA Advance view this reality pragmatically: what defines good competitive performance, in addition to products, is also the ability to adapt to new standards and customer demands.
By investing in a partnership with GSMA Advance, Ooredoo firmly establishes its principles that investing in professionals, to prepare them for the continuous changes in the sector, is as important as the product itself. The company sends a clear message that even in an environment of networks, algorithms, and digital infrastructure, human capacity building remains a key factor for development.
