Focus Softnet in Kuwait
Focus Softnet forges strong reputation in Kuwaiti market. Focus’ operations in Kuwait began in 1996 under the name Focus Softnet Company WLL, which was the second branch of the company in the GCC region. Since its inception, the Kuwait branch has seen tremendous growth with more than 1,000 satisfied customers using different Focus solutions for their diverse business requirements. The company’s presence can be felt in the market by the very fact that Focus’ solutions are used in almost all the leading corporations in Kuwait.
Focus also has customers in the Government sector with Amiri Deewan as one of its most prestigious customers in Kuwait. Focus has overcome many hurdles during its operation in Kuwait. It has stayed strong and supported its customers during the difficult days of the 2003 Gulf War and the economic slowdown in 2010 and 2011.
As a reputed name in the Kuwaiti market, Focus Softnet has successfully carried out high value projects in the record implementation time. The branch has a well experienced team of 20 professionals under the leadership of Ali Hassan — Executive Vice President and Baqtiyar Siddique — Asst. Vice President, the branch has consistently recorded significant revenue contribution to the Focus Group and achieved several excellence awards and has participated many IT events in Kuwait.
“Kuwait is one of the fastest growing markets, which is driven by a strong purchasing power vested in Infrastructural projects, the retail industry and a strong trading and oil industry. Kuwait has been in the forefront when it comes to adopting the latest technologies in the Gulf region. Over the last few years, the country has seen tremendous increase in IT spending due to the boom in infrastructural projects and construction and Oil industries, which in turn has create vast opportunities for SMBs to further grow in the region. This is where Focus has been a key player in providing cost effective and efficient IT solutions in Kuwait,” says Ali Hassan, Executive Vice President of Focus Softnet, Kuwait, Qatar, Jeddah, Oman, Yemen and Kenya.
“Over the last few years, there has been a trend towards larger deals, particularly from government. The volatile environment for the oil industry is encouraging companies to look for solutions that will increase operational efficiency and boost overall business agility. We created a special projects division to tap projects for custom solutions, integration, projects implementation & management, and outsourcing. Since our operations in Kuwait began in 1996, we have seen significant growth in our business with leading business names using our solutions. Our highly customizable solutions and 24x7 service and support has been key to our success in Kuwait.”
