Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – December 2025
Naseej for Technology, the region’s leading provider of digital transformation solutions in learning and knowledge management, has been recognized as a Major Player in GCC AI Professional Services in the IDC MarketScape: Gulf Countries AI Professional Services 2025 Vendor Assessment. This recognition validates Naseej’s leadership in Arabic-first artificial intelligence and its ability to deliver AI solutions for education, cultural institutions, and government entities across the GCC.
The IDC MarketScape assessment highlights Naseej’s differentiation through Arabic natural language processing (NLP), regional domain expertise, and a growing portfolio of AI deployments delivered under local data-residency and compliance requirements. This positions Naseej among a select group of providers shaping AI professional services in the region.
Medad’s AI-First Philosophy – AI is not a feature. It is the foundation.
Medad is designed with AI embedded at the core of its platforms, influencing data analysis, decision-making, and experience delivery across the ecosystem.
What AI-First Means at Medad:
– Built-in Intelligence: AI is natively embedded, not an added layer.
– Data-Driven by Design: Continuous data analysis powers insights and smarter decisions.
– From Automation to Autonomy: Intelligent workflows reduce manual effort and enable proactive processes.
– Context-Aware Experiences: Personalized learning and training driven by real-time data.
– Responsible & Secure AI: Governance-ready, compliant by design, aligned with regional data standards.
Arabic-First AI, Built for Real-World Impact
IDC recognizes Naseej’s ability to translate AI innovation into outcomes like:
– Faster decision-making
– Performance improvement
– Scalable intelligence
– Future-ready ecosystems
Capabilities include AI-assisted learning, accelerated cataloging, AI-powered proctoring, reduced accreditation times, and advanced Arabic Grammatical Error Correction.
These enable organizations to modernize operations while controlling data within national and regulatory frameworks.
Competing with Global Leaders
Being in the IDC MarketScape alongside global firms like Accenture, IBM, PwC, EY, and KPMG is a milestone for Naseej. This shows a Saudi-born, Arabic-first AI specialist can compete with multinationals through proven use cases, localized delivery, and a robust enterprise-grade AI platform for the GCC.
Eng. Othman Al-Abdulkarim, CEO of Naseej for Technology, commented: “This recognition signals a shift in how AI leadership in the GCC is defined. The next phase will be led by sovereign, Arabic-first systems that deliver outcomes and respect local realities. At Naseej, we’re building AI as national digital infrastructure deeply embedded in education, culture, and government. Being recognized with global firms shows regional innovators can shape the future of AI services in the Gulf.”
Looking Ahead
Naseej continues to invest in expanding AI capabilities, including AI agent orchestration and managed MLOps through the Medad platform. The company remains committed to advancing responsible, scalable, and culturally aligned AI that promotes digital transformation in education, culture, and government sectors in the GCC.
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About Naseej for Technology
Naseej for Technology, the leading provider of knowledge solutions in the region, has served academic, cultural, and government organizations since 1989. With over 500 professionals, Naseej delivers digital solutions, including Business, Cultural, and Higher Education solutions, to drive digital transformation. Naseej empowers partners to streamline operations, enhance experiences, and achieve strategic goals. Through solutions like Medad Cloud Platform and initiatives like Naseej Academy, Naseej shapes the future of education and knowledge management.
About the IDC MarketScape
The IDC MarketScape: Gulf Countries AI Professional Services 2025 Vendor Assessment evaluates AI professional service providers across the GCC, focusing on IT project delivery and support capabilities. This study is IDC’s first MarketScape dedicated to the Gulf AI services market, building on its global AI services analysis. The assessment compares vendors’ capabilities, strategies, and readiness within the GCC’s regulatory, data-residency, and sectoral requirements.