Sami Abi Esber, President of MDS SI Group, continues to lead the company as a prominent player in the GCC’s IT services sector. The recent IDC Semiannual Services Tracker 2023H2 places MDS SI Group at the top in the UAE and among the top five in Saudi Arabia for market share in 2023. Wilson Xavier, Senior Director Research – ICT Services, META Region at IDC, commented: “This recognition underscores MDS SI Group’s sustained success and long-term dedication to the regional IT and services market. The company has developed substantial capabilities across various segments, such as Data Center & Cloud Infrastructure services, System Integration, and Managed services. This ranking also highlights MDS SI Group’s capacity to offer a wide array of IT services as a regional Digital System Integrator, which is crucial for meeting the evolving needs of businesses accelerating their digital transformation efforts.”
MDS SI Group holds a 15% share of the IT services market in the UAE, excelling in project-oriented, managed, and support services. The UAE market is experiencing rapid growth, especially in managed services, driven by increased demand for cloud adoption, GenAI, and data management solutions. MDS SI’s leading position is a result of its focus on cutting-edge technology trends that cater to the changing requirements of businesses across different industries.
In Saudi Arabia, MDS SI Group ranks among the top five IT service providers, showing a robust year-on-year growth of 18% in managed services, particularly in data center infrastructure, managed services, and IT outsourcing. This growth is fueled by the government’s Vision 2030 initiatives, which emphasize cloud technologies, AI, and digital transformation.
MDS SI Group continues to dominate the GCC’s project-oriented services market, with systems integration as a major growth driver. Through strategic acquisitions, the company has expanded its portfolio, positioning itself to maintain its competitive edge and deliver innovative solutions that help clients thrive in a digital and data-driven business environment. To strengthen its market leadership, MDS SI Group has acquired companies in recent years that specialize in AI infrastructure solutions, Data & AI practices, advanced analytics, business intelligence (BI) solutions, and managed services. These acquisitions enhance the group’s capabilities, enabling MDS SI to offer a comprehensive suite of solutions that meet the evolving demands of its clients.
Sami Abi Esber, President of MDS SI Group, stated: “We are honored to be ranked as the #1 IT services provider in the UAE and among the top five in Saudi Arabia. This recognition, combined with our 20 years of leadership across the GCC, including Qatar, Oman, Jordan, and Iraq, reflects our commitment to excellence. By continuously investing in the latest technology solutions and managed services, we help our clients succeed in an increasingly digital world.”
