Key Takeaways:
- MDS System Integration (SI) Group ranks #1 in the UAE and among the Top 5 in Saudi Arabia for IT services market share, according to the IDC Semiannual Services Tracker 2023H2.
- The company holds a 15% share of the UAE IT services market, excelling in managed and support services.
- MDS SI Group is committed to expanding its capabilities through strategic acquisitions in AI, data management, and cloud technologies.
MDS System Integration (SI) Group has solidified its leadership position in the GCC’s IT services industry, as indicated by the latest IDC Semiannual Services Tracker 2023H2. The report ranks MDS SI Group as the #1 IT services provider in the UAE and among the Top 5 in Saudi Arabia for 2023 market share.
As a major player in the regional IT sector, MDS SI Group commands a significant 15% share of the UAE’s IT services market, particularly excelling in project-oriented, managed, and support services. The UAE market is experiencing rapid growth, especially in managed services, fueled by increasing demand for cloud adoption, generative AI, and data management solutions. MDS SI Group’s leading position reflects its commitment to staying at the forefront of technology trends that meet the evolving needs of businesses across various industries.
Wilson Xavier, Senior Director of Research – ICT Services at IDC META Region, remarked on MDS SI Group’s achievement, stating, “This recognition highlights the company’s continued success and long-term commitment in the regional IT and Services market, where it has built substantial capabilities across multiple segments, including Data Center & Cloud Infrastructure services, System Integration, and Managed services.”
In Saudi Arabia, MDS SI Group ranks among the Top 5 IT service providers, demonstrating a robust year-on-year growth of 18% in managed services. This growth is particularly evident in data center infrastructure, managed services, and IT outsourcing, driven by the government’s Vision 2030 initiatives that prioritize cloud technologies, AI, and digital transformation.
MDS SI Group continues to lead the GCC’s project-oriented services market, with systems integration as a key growth driver. The company has been strategically expanding its portfolio through acquisitions that enhance its capabilities in AI infrastructure solutions, data practices, advanced analytics, business intelligence (BI) solutions, and managed services.
Sami Abi Esber, President of MDS SI Group, expressed pride in the company’s achievements, stating, “We are honored to be ranked as the #1 IT services provider in the UAE and among the Top 5 in Saudi Arabia. This acknowledgment, alongside our 20 consecutive years of leadership across the GCC, including Qatar, Oman, Jordan, and Iraq, reflects our commitment to excellence. By continually investing in the latest technology solutions and managed services, we empower our clients to succeed in an increasingly digital world.”
