COMMUNICATIONS, MEDIA, AND TECHNOLOGY

COMMUNICATIONS, MEDIA, AND TECHNOLOGY
WHAT WE DO

The Communications and Media sector in North Africa drives regional development by enhancing connectivity and cultural exchanges. Qabas helps telecommunications, technology, and digital infrastructure companies innovate and stay competitive amid rapid technological changes.

We develop winning strategies and implementation plans for clients aiming to succeed in the evolving Coordination Age. Our expertise enables clients to harness emerging technologies such as 5G, Edge and cloud computing, Telco cloud, IoT, and AI, Automation and Analytics, to create value and expand their businesses.

Committed to bringing positive and sustainable change to the technology and telecoms sectors, we guide digital infrastructure companies to adapt their business models in response to regulatory and market pressures. We help telecoms operators, data centers, platform players, and ISVs remain relevant, deliver value to customers, and operate profitably and sustainably.

Business Strategy and Market Insights:

BUSINESS MODEL FORMULATION

Through exhaustive market analysis and primary data collection, we create resilient business models that capitalise on client strengths and market openings.

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MARKET ANALYSIS AND LANDSCAPING

We deliver extensive market research, encompassing ecosystem and competitor mapping, to capture emerging trends that drive strategic decisions.

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MARKET SIZING AND FORECASTING

We offer precise market size estimations and revenue potentials, refined iteratively in collaboration with clients to tailor actionable insights.

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OPPORTUNITY ASSESSMENT

We build solid frameworks to identify and prioritise strategic opportunities, aligning them seamlessly with our client’s core objectives and capabilities.

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USE CASE DEVELOPMENT AND PRIORITISATION

By integrating both primary and secondary research, we meticulously craft and rank use cases for cutting-edge technologies, ensuring alignment with client capabilities and market readiness.

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IT Governance:

AUDITING AND RISK ASSESSMENT

Specialising in risk management, our exhaustive compliance audits, conducted by ISACA accredited professionals, prepare organisations for external scrutiny by identifying and addressing emergent risks.

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CAPABILITY AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

We refine and enhance IT workforce capabilities and resources, aligning them with strategic objectives to bolster the operational integrity and performance of IT services and infrastructure.

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CAPACITY BUILDING AND TRAINING

We provide advanced in-house instruction in IT governance frameworks, meticulously embedding best-in-class practices to elevate organisational compliance and ensure robust preparedness for regulatory scrutiny.

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COBIT 2019 ADOPTION

We manage the complete implementation of ISACA’s COBIT 2019, from initial setup to full integration, enhancing governance and compliance while aligning IT initiatives with corporate strategy and ensuring comprehensive risk mitigation.

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COMPLIANCE AND STRATEGY

We adeptly orchestrate compliance and strategic initiatives, conducting thorough risk assessments and devising sophisticated risk mitigation strategies to align with governance frameworks, underpinned by the robust implementation of policies for effective risk and asset management.

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OPERATIONAL DELIVERY AND SUPPORT

We execute and support daily IT operations, merge operational and cyber resilience strategies, ensuring operational efficiency, effective information management, and robust business continuity to bolster decision-making.

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INTERNAL POLICIES

We develop, manage, and routinely update policies covering: Acceptable Use of IT Resources; Asset Management; Backup and Restore; Business Continuity Plans and Disaster Recovery Plan; Change Management; Client Machines; Data Privacy; Data Retention; Firewalls; Governance of Information Technology; Information Security; IT Compliance; IT Risk Management; Mainframes/Servers; Network; Outsourcing; Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment; Portable Devices; Project Portfolio Management; Public Branch Exchange; Purchasing Policy; Remote Access; Service Level Management; System Development Lifecycle; User Access Management; Wireless Networks.

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REPORTING

We deliver a full suite of reporting services, including: Assurance Findings Register; Assurance Report Repository; Audit Strategy; Authority Matrix; HR Matrix; Information Security budget; IT Audit Charter and Engagement Letter; IT Audit Plan; IT Risk Factor Analysis; IT Risk Map or Heat Map; IT Risk Profile; IT Risk Register; IT Risk Report; IT Risk Scenario Analysis; Key Risk Indicators; MIS Reports; RACI Chart; Risk and Control Activity Matrix (RCAM); Risk Taxonomy; Risk Universe, Appetite and Tolerance.

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SERVICE AND IMPLEMENTATION

We specialise in developing and implementing IT solutions that align with strategic goals, refining IT processes to enhance service deployment and management.

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IT Infrastructure and Performance Optimisation:

IT INFRASTRUCTURE APPRAISAL

We conduct detailed evaluations of existing IT systems to pinpoint opportunities for technological advancements and enhanced virtualisation.

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MIGRATION STRATEGY DEPLOYMENT

Guiding phased IT workload migrations to virtualised platforms, we leverage deep insights for efficient and seamless transitions.

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PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORKS

We implement Balanced Scorecard frameworks, rigorously aligning IT performance metrics with strategic imperatives through defined KPIs, to drive quantifiable improvements across key business areas.

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SYSTEMS MONITORING AND REFINEMENT

We deploy advanced monitoring tools that optimise system performance and proactively address operational issues, ensuring robust system reliability and operational efficiency.

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TELECOM INFRASTRUCTURE ADVANCEMENT

We conduct detailed audits and form strategic partnerships to enhance telecommunications infrastructure efficiency, focusing on mast sharing and capacity expansion to meet increasing technological demands.

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Sports and Entertainment:

FAN ENGAGEMENT AND OPTIMIZATION

We leverage fan-led insights and adopt fan-centric strategies to enhance consumer engagement with sports and entertainment, creating outsized commercial value.

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GOVERNANCE AND POLICY

We provide guidance to sports and entertainment bodies on governance, organizational structure, and culture to facilitate sustainable business performance.

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MEGA EVENTS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

We guide governments on creating sport destinations and mega-event bids, with the aim of driving economic and social growth for the country and region.

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STRATEGY AND INVESTMENT

We support sporting entities in developing long-term strategic vision, growth strategy and business plans. We advise corporate and private capital communities on partnership and investment opportunities across sport and entertainment.

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VENUE AND INFRASTRUCTURE

We support clubs and entertainment groups in devising commercial strategy and securing financing for both existing and new infrastructure assets.

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WOMEN’S SPORTS AND MASS PARTICIPATION

We counsel both the public and private sectors on expanding women’s sports, and using participation in sports and arts to drive societal change.

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Training, Governance, and Compliance:

GOVERNANCE MODEL INNOVATION

We devise and implement solid IT governance models, ensuring consistent process compliance and seamless adaptability to evolving technology standards.

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SERVICE LEVEL AGREEMENT ENHANCEMENT

We standardise and enhance SLA frameworks, aligning them with international best practices to guarantee regulatory compliance and optimal service delivery.

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STRATEGIC ASSET STEWARDSHIP

We strategise the acquisition and meticulous management of critical assets to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and maintain sovereign control, thus securing key operational foundations.

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VIRTUALISATION TRAINING AND ENABLEMENT

We deliver tailored training to IT teams on newly deployed systems, including detailed documentation and ongoing technical support.

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Marketing and Customer Engagement:

CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT

We capitalise on insights from proprietary research to craft compelling marketing materials, engaging directly with customers to deepen understanding and catalyse business outcomes.

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GO-TO-MARKET STRATEGY FORMULATION

We devise targeted strategies that leverage both digital and traditional channels, fine-tuning outreach for maximum impact.

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PARTNER STRATEGY AND ENGAGEMENT

We identify and cultivate strategic partnerships, rigorously aligning these with client objectives to amplify market penetration and facilitate growth.

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PRICING STRATEGY FORMULATION

We engineer sophisticated pricing strategies that meticulously contabilise market variables, maximising profitability through strategic alignment with emerging economic indicators and consumer pricing tolerances.

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PROPOSITION DEVELOPMENT

We refine marketing propositions through rigorous customer and channel engagement, ensuring precise alignment with end-user requirements.

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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

We conduct targeted research to uncover insights into sector-specific challenges and opportunities, creating strategic reports and dynamic content that establish your organisation as a thought leader.

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our capabilities

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Capacity Building And Training

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ESG And Sustainability

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Pricing and Sales

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Regulatory Compliance

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Risk Management

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Turnaround And Restructuring

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Turnaround And Restructuring

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