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In partnership with the University of Jordan (UJ), Estarta launched its CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) networking and software development training courses last month. With that said, the course’s conclusion was celebrated on Thursday!

What is the Estarta Training Academy?

The “Estarta Training Academy” at Estarta is highly recognized for its comprehensive training programs. Through this particular program, the company underscored itself as a significant player in cultivating and directing future IT talent in Jordan.

Our success at the Estarta Training Academy depends on the achievements of our students. The brightest students who complete our training programs are given the chance to pursue careers at Estarta, resulting in a win-win situation for both the firm and the students while also strengthening the resource base at Estarta and in the markets where we do business.

UJ Training Program

This program, which was held under the guidance of the Training Academy, is expected to have a significant effect on the students at the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology (KASIT). This program, which included CCNA networking and software development in its curriculum, has the potential to revolutionize the way that technology is taught!

CCNA Networking and Software Development: The Focus

The networking and software development topics covered by the UJ Training Program are two crucial components of the tech sector. These are not merely academic specialties; they are also entryways to a wide range of fascinating job prospects.

The CCNA Networking course went deeply into networking and gave students the ability to understand both the basics and the complexities of network infrastructure. Precision and competence are essential in this industry, and Estarta is dedicated to giving students the tools they need to succeed.

Innovators of Tomorrow

The driving force behind innumerable technological advancements in today’s digital world is software development. Students were given the tools they need to learn about software engineering, development, and coding through this program. In other words, it was a chance to turn original concepts into useful software.

Grand Finale: Graduation Ceremony

The course’s conclusion was celebrated last Thursday, and students who completed it received certificates to commemorate their efforts and achievements. Congratulations to all the graduates!

We at Estarta are quite proud to see these intelligent, competent individuals. It demonstrates how much room there is for homegrown, local talent. Last but not least, to successfully complete such a challenging course is incredibly commendable and no minor accomplishment.

PROTECH is proud to announce that we have successfully achieved the esteemed Veeam Software Competency Partner Certification in Ransomware and Disaster Recovery.

We are honored to be the exclusive company in Jordan to receive this certificate

Our expertise and proven track record in safeguarding and restoring your data in the face of potential threats have been acknowledged by Veeam.

This certification will added value to our customers by further enhancing our ability to provide top-notch solutions and support in the critical areas of data protection and recovery.

We look forward to continuing our journey together with Veeam Software in delivering peace of mind and resilience to our valued clients.

Orange Jordan sponsored the three-day “Future of Media and Communication” forum, organized by the Center for the Protection and Freedom of Journalists at the Royal Hotel to provide a platform for Arab and international speakers, media professionals, experts, and activists from civil society institutions to discuss the future of media and communication.

Alongside the sponsorship, Orange Jordan participated in the discussion sessions and the company’s employees attended the forum.

The forum featured 22 specialized sessions that explored the challenges facing the media in the age of rapid technological advancement, with a focus on the integration of technology, social media, and artificial intelligence into media to promote development and ensure transparency and professionalism.

As a leader in the digital sector, Orange Jordan participation in the forum included  a speech given by Husam Hourani, the company’s Director of Education, in a session on artificial intelligence and media. He focused on the opportunities and challenges that artificial intelligence presents, and the need for media professionals and institutions to develop the knowledge and skills to use it effectively.

Orange Jordan was also keen on the participation of its employees in the forum, as it provides a valuable opportunity to learn from expert speakers and gain a deeper understanding of the role of digital solutions in developing media work and its relationship to social media.

Commenting on the forum, Orange Jordan affirmed: “As a responsible digital leader, we are committed to supporting initiatives and events that promote constructive dialogue and pave the way for a digital future in which we can all advance by using modern technologies in a responsible and purposeful manner. We believe that the media sector is an integral part of these efforts, and we are working to support and enable media professionals to anticipate and adopt technology to serve the message of media and sustainable development”.

Orange Jordan also noted that while there has been much discussion about the risks of artificial intelligence, it is important to highlight the power of technology in innovation and progress, and the opportunities it offers. The company added that it is working to raise awareness of the responsible use of AI throughout Jordan.

The Jordan Payments and Clearing Company “JoPACC” through JOIN Fincubator, announced the opening of applications for the first-ever “Supply Chain Finance Corporate Challenge”. This challenge is supported by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) and aims to find innovative solutions to the supply chain finance problems in Jordan. The challenge also seeks to provide financial solutions and strategic approaches to improve the seamless flow of funds, increase working capital, reduce financing costs, and enhance the overall operational efficiency within the supply chain network.

More specifically, this first-of-its-kind challenge in the Kingdom, focuses on Supply Chain Finance through “Reverse Factoring” and aims to introduce a “Proof of Concept” (POC) for innovative financial services applicable in commercial and/or Islamic banks. “Reverse Factoring” is a form of business financing that improves the cash flow for suppliers, allowing the supplier (the finance recipient) to obtain immediate short-term instant cash credit in exchange for submitting their invoices as collateral for financing. Reverse Factoring is done in exchange for a pre-determined discount fee (service fee) or an interest rate determined by the financing institution. This process also allows the buyer to receive extended payment periods for their outstanding invoices, reducing credit risks for financers in general.

The “Supply Chain Finance Corporate Challenge” will involve two phases: the first phase is to open applications for one month from the announcement date of the challenge. Within this initial phase, an induction workshop will be held for participating companies in the competition to provide them with information and the terms and conditions related to the challenge.  Then, participants will present their business models to a qualified jury panel to select the best ones and qualify participants for the second phase. The second phase will focus on finalizing each qualified company’s “Proof of Concept” (POC) and thoroughly inspecting their business models, to finally announce the winner during the final “Demo Day”. Moving forward, the winning company’s POC will then be implemented within 60 days of announcing the qualified companies.

The “Supply Chain Finance Corporate Challenge” sets the following eligibility criteria for accepting applications from companies interested in participating:

• Companies registered in Jordan with a working product, and the company should not be the reseller or the solution distributor.
• Companies not registered in Jordan, but one of the founders is Jordanian (must register the company in Jordan within 60 days of announcing qualified companies)
• Non-registered Jordanian startups with a working Minimal Viable Product (MVP) (must be able to implement the POC and register the company in Jordan within 60 days of announcing qualified companies)

JoPACC’s objective, through this challenge, is to transform Jordan into a pivotal point for pioneering technological innovations that have a positive impact on the Kingdom, and the neighboring region while also facilitating their expansion into global markets.

To learn more and apply: Supply Chain Finance Challenge (joinfincubator.com)

The Estarta PR ladies recently attended the seventh Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) network meeting, which was held at the Grand Hyatt Amman, as part of ongoing efforts to promote gender equality and empower women in the workplace. This gathering of voices and viewpoints under the umbrella of UN Women addressed a wide range of crucial issues.

The Strength of Collaboration

The pursuit of gender equality is a shared goal at Estarta, and the company regularly participates in WEPs network meetings as just one example of its steadfast dedication to this cause. These events provide organizations with essential forums for cooperation, knowledge sharing, and group effort in the direction of a more gender-equitable and inclusive future.

A Rich Range of Topics

The seventh WEPs network conference was no different, as it covered a wide range of important topics with a significant impact on the workplace. Participants in the discussion covered everything from the universal issue of workplace safety—emphasizing its importance for both men and women—to the implementation of initiatives for employee wellbeing that place a high priority on their physical and emotional well-being.

Gender Equality as the Vanguard

The discussion of gender equality was surely one of the meeting’s main tenets. As it were, achieving gender equality is a lifelong undertaking that calls for vigilance and commitment.

A Pledge for the Better

The WEPs network gatherings serve as change agents rather than just forums for discussion. They stand as evidence of the group’s determination to confront the status quo and open the door to a more equitable and inclusive future. By actively participating in these discussions, Estarta shows its commitment to bringing about significant change both inside and outside the workplace.

Walking the Talk

Estarta’s attendance at the WEPs network gathering exemplifies the organization’s motto of turning words into deeds. It serves as a symbol of the business’ commitment to establishing an environment where everyone, regardless of gender, may succeed. For Estarta, a dedication to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion is more than just a checkbox; it’s a core value.

Estarta is ready to take an active part in these game-changing discussions as the WEPs network meetings continue to be a light of cooperation and advancement.

Arab Advisors Group released a new telecommunication report entitled: Telecom Churn – Causal Factors, Mitigating Measures, and Announced Rates. The report presents real-life mitigating measures implemented by telecom operators and groups across 10 Arab countries to keep their churn at its lowest rates. Furthermore, Arab Advisors Group analyzed churn causers among those telecom operators and groups, categorizing them into voluntary and involuntary churn.

Churn rate is among various crucial indicators to track, especially for businesses that rely on recurring revenues or subscribers. Eliminating churn completely among enterprises is unachievable; hence, businesses are obliged to investigate churn causers and catalysts. Churn analysis complements the metric by pinpointing underlying causal factors which when tackled keeps churn at its lowest.

In this report, Arab Advisors Group analyzed a total of 25 telecom operators and groups across 10 Arab countries. The report “Telecom Churn – Causal Factors, Mitigating Measures, and Announced Rates”, which was released in September 2023, answers the below questions:

• Which voluntary and involuntary churn causers have their toll on telecom operators and groups?
• What are telcos’ adopted mitigating measures to keep churn at its lowest?
• How transparent are the analyzed telecom operators and groups in terms of churn rates?
• How do telecom operators and groups calculate their churn rates?
• Do enforced governmental measures and guidelines contribute towards telecom churn?
• What is the role of digitization in churn reduction?

“It’s axiomatic that unmet expectations concerning any service translate to churn. Zooming in on the telecom sector, operators work assiduously to provision exceptional services without degradation; realistically speaking, however, this is unattainable. Having said that, telecom operators are seen heavily upgrading their networks, refurbishing their plans and offerings, as well as elevating their customer care services in efforts to undermine the impact of churn on their subscriber bases.” Noted Hiba Rabadi, Arab Advisors Group’s Deputy General Manager.

“One noticeable observation among MENA’s telecom operators is their dependency on digitization to reduce churn. With access to novel, Internet-based technologies such as artificial intelligence (“AI”), big data, and machine learning, telecom operators are able to bolster their internal operations and introduce state-of-the-art support services, resulting in successful reduction in churn.” added Rabadi.

Please contact Arab Advisors Group for more details or to get a copy of the reports’ Table of Contents.

The reports were released to Arab Advisors Group’s subscribers and can be purchased for a fee of US$ 5,000.

Arab Advisors Group’s team of analysts in the region produced over 5,800 reports on the Arab World’s communications, media and financial markets. The reports can be purchased individually or received through an annual subscription to Arab Advisors Group’s (www.arabadvisors.com) Strategic Research Services (Media and Telecom).

To date, Arab Advisors Group serves over 965 global and regional companies by providing reliable research analysis and forecasts of Arab communications markets to these clients. Some of our clients can be viewed on https://arabadvisors.com/client-list

Codebase Technologies, a pioneering digital banking technology provider, today, unveiled its strategic partnership with Network International, a renowned leader in driving digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa. Through the strategic collaboration, the two companies plan to launch of one of the region’s first comprehensive Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) solutions, set to accelerate the pace of digital banking transformation throughout the Levant region.

By leveraging cutting-edge technology, this partnership will democratize access to a wide array of digital solutions and services, enabling corporates, fintech, and start-ups, to take advantage of innovative digital banking technologies so, they can meet evolving market and customer demand. In turn, customers will benefit from an extensive range of innovative banking and payment products along with preferred digital experiences.

The Levant region has limited financial inclusion but huge internet access and high mobile usage. This is fertile ground for digital banking adoption and the two companies aim to make an impact by providing a range of digital banking services ‘securely hosted on the cloud which will stimulate start-ups and new ventures as well as allow legacy financial institutions an easier and cheaper way to digitize their services.

“We’re excited to embark on this transformative journey with Network International,” said Tamer Al Mauge, Managing Director – MENA at Codebase Technologies. “Our shared vision is to reshape the future of banking in the Levant by delivering innovative solutions that foster growth, inclusivity, and unparalleled digital experiences.

Codebase Technologies and Network International’s partnership signifies a pivotal moment in the financial technology industry, underlining their commitment to revolutionizing banking accessibility across the Levant region.

The BaaS platform is set to revolutionize financial institutions across the Levant region, equipping them with comprehensive end-to-end digital banking, neobanking, and payment capabilities, all seamlessly integrated into a swift and cost-effective deployment model. This paves the way for genuine economies of scale. Some of the planned BaaS services include digital onboarding with KYC, instant card issuance, digital wallets and payments, micro banking, digital insurance, and more.

Amjad Al-Sadeq, Regional Managing Director, Processing – Levant at Network International added, “We recognize that the world is already embracing a digital-first approach. Our shared vision is to create a solution that brings down the barrier of digital transformation and gives companies a cost-effective and faster way to digitize and innovate. The BaaS solution will provide startups and fintechs with an easier path to market for digitization and guarantee their ability for long-term product and service development.”