Initialed by Amir Rao, director of Telco Product Management, EC2 Edge Services at AWS, and Hendrik Kasteel, general manager of Orange Maroc, this partnership agreement mainly concerns territoriality and data security.
It aims to support the dynamics of the territorial Cloud market in Morocco,a growing sector which is among the most dynamic markets on the continent,with a forecast of significant annual growth bringing the economic weight of the sector to 7 billion dirhams at the end of the year. horizon 2027.
This collaboration, the first of its kind in Morocco and North Africa, will also accelerate the development of the financial, health and augmented and virtual reality sectors.
It will also strengthen the local digital ecosystem, fostering innovation and supporting the growth of emerging businesses and start-ups through simplified access to Cloud resources and development tools.
Morocco is a dynamic market were digital conversion is progressing at high speed, affirmed on this occasion Mr. Kasteel, affirming that Orange Morocco, as an actor committed to supporting the digital transformation of the Kingdom, is proud to join forces with global leader in Cloud solutions, Amazon Web Services.
This collaboration promises to open up new opportunities for innovation and growth for both the public and private sectors, he insisted.
For his part, the vice-president of Orange Maroc, Brahim Sbai, described this partnership as an remarkable prospect to support Morocco in its vision of digitalization, both in the public and private sectors.
Emphasizing the importance of the service dimension of this collaboration, Mr. Sbai added that it is indeed also an opportunity to help companies migrate their client applications to a local and secure cloud.
Furthermore, migrating to the cloud will also allow businesses and public administrations to reduce IT infrastructure costs and improve operational efficiency.
Through this unprecedented agreement with the global giant,Orange Maroc,which aims to support the growth of the territorial Cloud market,is part of Morocco’s desire to become a reference Technology Hub in Africa and is fully committed to guarantee companies the security,compliance and control of their data.
This commitment results in a physical presence of AWS services within Orange Morocco Datacenters, which offers several key advantages, including Ultra-Low Latency. Indeed, AWS Wavelength integrates AWS compute and storage services directly into telecommunications networks at the edge.
This allows developers to create applications requiring ultra-low latency, deploying them closer to end users, improving the performance of mission-critical applications.
It is indeed also about Data residency,ensuring that data remains located in Morocco,the partnership ensuring compliance with local legislation regarding data residency,which reinforces legal certainty under Moroccan laws and establishes a reliable digital ecosystem.
Among the advantages is also the Complete Cloud ecosystem, given that orange Morocco brings the entire AWS ecosystem to Morocco, offering public administrations and local businesses access to a large catalog of AWS services.
These services cover various areas such as computing, storage, databases, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things (IoT), among others.
It also involves local billing in dirhams, with AWS services provided by Orange Morocco being billed in Moroccan dirhams, thus simplifying cost management and offering a convenient local billing solution.
What are the main benefits of the AWS and Orange Maroc partnership for businesses in Morocco?
Interview Between Time.news Editor and Expert on AWS and Orange Maroc Partnership
Time.news Editor: welcome, everyone! Today, we have a special guest to discuss an exciting new partnership agreement between AWS and Orange Maroc.We’re joined by Amir Rao, Director of Telco Product management for EC2 Edge Services at AWS, and Hendrik Kasteel, General Manager of Orange Maroc. Thank you both for taking the time to speak with us today!
Amir Rao: Thank you for having us! It’s great to be here.
Hendrik Kasteel: Yes, thank you! We’re excited to share insights about our partnership.
Editor: Amir, let’s start with you. Can you explain the main objectives of this partnership agreement between AWS and Orange Maroc?
amir Rao: Absolutely! This partnership is focused on enhancing the delivery of edge services across Morocco. We aim to leverage AWS’s robust cloud capabilities and Orange MarocS extensive telecommunications infrastructure to deliver improved connectivity and low-latency services to businesses and consumers alike.
Editor: That sounds promising! hendrik,from Orange Maroc’s viewpoint,what does this partnership signify for the telecommunications landscape in Morocco?
Hendrik Kasteel: This collaboration is a significant step forward for the Moroccan telecommunications sector. By integrating AWS’s advanced cloud technology with our telecom services, we aim to accelerate the digital transformation for our customers. This partnership reinforces our commitment to providing innovative services, ensuring that businesses can harness the power of cloud computing and edge services to enhance their operations.
Editor: Captivating! Amir,could you shed some light on how edge computing is vital in this agreement?
Amir Rao: Certainly! Edge computing is essential as it allows data processing to occur closer to the source of data generation,which drastically reduces latency. For example, applications that require real-time processing—like IoT solutions, gaming, and video streaming—will greatly benefit from this setup. by placing compute resources at the edge of the network, we can provide faster, more efficient services to our customers in Morocco.
Editor: That leads us to the potential applications of this partnership. Hendrik, could you give us some examples of industries that might see immediate benefits?
Hendrik Kasteel: Absolutely! Industries such as healthcare, automotive, and smart cities are poised to benefit significantly. As a notable example, in healthcare, real-time data analytics can enhance patient care through quicker decision-making. In smart city projects, we can enable better traffic management and resource use. The possibilities are vast!
Editor: It truly seems like a win-win situation for both the companies involved and the end users. Amir, what are some challenges you anticipate encountering while implementing these services?
Amir Rao: One of the challenges will be ensuring that our solutions are adaptable to the local market needs. It’s crucial that we work closely with local businesses to understand their specific requirements. Additionally,infrastructure progress and regulatory considerations are key factors that we must navigate to ensure seamless service delivery.
Editor: Thank you both for sharing your insights! Before we wrap up,could you share your vision for the future of this partnership in the next few years?
Hendrik Kasteel: We envision a rapidly evolving ecosystem where businesses and consumers in Morocco have unprecedented access to advanced,reliable digital services that foster innovation and growth.
Amir Rao: Our goal is to continue building on this partnership, expanding our capabilities, and ultimately driving Morocco’s digital economy forward into the global arena.
Editor: Thank you,Amir and Hendrik,for your time and insights today! it’s clear that this partnership has the potential to transform the digital landscape in Morocco.
Amir Rao: Thank you for having us!
Hendrik Kasteel: Thank you! It’s been a pleasure discussing our exciting plans!
Editor: And thank you to our audience for tuning in. Stay connected for more updates and insights on technology that shapes our future!