In a significant leap towards technological advancement in the healthcare sector, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced a strategic collaboration with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) aimed at overhauling the cloud infrastructure for all essential digital healthcare applications.
The alliance is set to reshape the operational framework of the DHA by enhancing efficiency and accelerating the digital transformation initiatives that are crucial for the health authority. Under the agreement, du will be instrumental in the cloud infrastructure advancement of DHA, transitioning all digital applications and workloads from their current platforms. This initiative stands as a landmark in DHA’s digital journey, impacting a wide array of critical applications that serve various government bodies and the public.
Fahad Al Hassawi, the CEO of du, spoke about the collaboration’s significance, stating, “Our partnership with the Dubai Health Authority is a testament to our commitment to delivering innovative digital solutions. We will leverage our expertise in cloud services to seamlessly migrate and optimize ICT infrastructure. This move will not only boost productivity and bring substantial cost savings but also offer increased flexibility and reduced operational complexities in managing critical applications to accelerate DHA’s digital transformation journey.”
On the other side, Mr. Ahmed Al Nuaimi, CEO of Joint Corporate Support Services at the DHA, recognized the partnership as a pivotal step for the DHA to enhance its digital capabilities. He highlighted the authority’s notable achievements in smart services and its digital transformation journey thus far. Mr. Al Nuaimi also stressed the importance of strategic partnerships, like the one with du, for remaining at the cutting edge of digital healthcare services.
The collaboration is poised to set a new standard in digital innovation and service delivery within the healthcare sector. As the project unfolds, du will establish a robust cloud infrastructure, ensuring a smooth transition of applications. This centralized system is designed to be scalable, addressing both current operational needs and adapting to future advancements, thereby ensuring that the DHA remains at the forefront of digital healthcare innovation.
