Ooredoo and QNB have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote next-generation ICT services in Qatar, and support the development of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across the country.
The strategic joint agreement aims to bring the companies’ resources together, to offer up-and-coming enterprises access to discounted Ooredoo ICT services, as well as the capital they need to invest and grow their business via QNB. Working together, Ooredoo and QNB aim to create a one-stop-service for Qatar’s businesses, in line with the 2030 Qatar National Vision of developing a knowledge-based economy.
Commenting on the agreement, Yousuf Abdulla Al-Kubaisi, Chief Operating Officer, Ooredoo Qatar, said: “It’s always a great day when two Qatari companies can work together to benefit our country, and we’re thrilled that this agreement is in an area we already invest so much into. We have the biggest range of next generation services in Qatar, which is why we are the leading ICT solutions provider. Thanks to this partnership, QNB business customers will be able to take advantage of our solutions at a discounted price, to grow their enterprise and to benefit Qatar.”
Yousef Al Neama, QNB’s GM – Group Corporate and Institutional Banking, said: “We believe that this new initiative will create a backbone for business success in Qatar. Working with Ooredoo, we are positive that we can nurture a new wave of businesses, and push forward our goal of being the business bank of choice. Supporting small businesses has always been a priority for us, as we understand today’s SMEs can turn into tomorrow’s corporation with the right tools. We look forward to seeing the positive results of this agreement.”
“We are pleased to partner with Ooredoo to support Qatar’s SME sector. QNB is keen on supporting the Qatari SME sector through our strong offering, aimed at helping in setting up and establishing these companies, as well as supporting them toward establishing themselves as strong players in the Qatari market, which will bring great benefit to our national economy and aid our country’s future growth”, he added.
Both Ooredoo and QNB have focused heavily on support for Qatar’s SMEs in 2016, with Ooredoo hosting a range of events aimed to educate the sector on its ICT portfolio and showcase the company’s latest business offerings. QNB has also recently unveiled a new banking package for SMEs, which includes a 24-hour decision time for Account Turnover Facilities and Professional Loans, tailored products for Manufacturing, Tourism, Education, Medical and Healthcare sectors, and the introduction of a dedicated SME Business World Credit Card.
Today’s MoU is the latest in a long history of collaboration between the two companies as they work together to benefit the people of Qatar. Previous agreements include the launch of the QNB First mobile package, offering great communication deals via Ooredoo for QNB First customers, interest free payments on all Ooredoo Shop devices bought with a QNB credit card, and QNB’s contribution in creating the Mobile Money Wallet with Ooredoo.
For full details on all plans, pricing and offers available for Ooredoo business customers, visit an Ooredoo Shop, ring the business team on 800 8000 or go to www.ooredoo.qa/business for more info. For further information on QNB’s comprehensive package of products for SMEs, customers can visit one of its corporate branches or contact the QNB Call Centre on 44407777. Follow Your Business Instinct with Ooredoo Business. #MyBusinessInstinct
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