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112 the contextual use of a technology platform is the biggest challenge a company has when adopting new solutions into their operations ,” Thampi explains . “ When we develop IP , these products are usually standalone , independent platforms that bridge a gap for this market . The need for this is owed to unique needs or requirements that global majors may not be able to address , or it may be too expensive to be able to adapt them , so we end up doing that while the rest of it is about bridging that gap in offering that product suites don ’ t have available . Our IP ’ ss are very niche and , being a tech company ourselves , we have the strength to develop these internally and usually don ’ t have to outsource ourselves . We learn from the management of our clients about where those gaps are , and we deliver the solutions .”
Looking forward , Thampi says the COVID-19 pandemic is yielding fresh opportunities for both the company and the Middle East ’ s technological adoption . “ Generally speaking , the region is lagging behind more mature markets .
SEPTEMBER 2020