Governata, Saudi Arabia’s first enterprise Data Management Platform, has officially launched to provide Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven solutions in data governance and decision-making for both the public and private sectors. It unveiled its first product as a pioneering Saudi-made data governance enterprise software specifically designed in the Arabic language for local organisations to comply with national data regulations while leveraging data as a strategic asset with the power of machine learning and Generative AI. Plans to implement the overall AI-driven enterprise decision-making platform for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region are also underway.
Governata is currently the first and only Saudi-made Arabic solution that allows local entities to comply with the government’s data regulations, as it is built to align with the requirements of the National Data Management Office (NDMO), National Data Index (NDI) and Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) by The Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA). It also enables firms to monitor compliance as well as protect and classify data, thereby seamlessly streamlining the construction of a solid data foundation within the complex data governance landscape and preparing organisations for appropriate Generative AI adoption.
Supporting Saudi Arabia’s Digital Future
The platform is led by three dynamic professionals with complementary skill sets. Djamel Mohand is a serial entrepreneur with experience across investment advisory and a track record of scaling multiple technology startups in the region, including Foodics – a leading MENA food tech company. Jehad Senan is a data analytics and governance field veteran whose experience spans leadership across global advisory firms with practical insights. Finally, Khalid Almudayfir is an accomplished data scientist who has worked with the public and private sectors and led innovative and robust national data governance and AI frameworks.
Bringing Innovation to Data Governance
Governata has redefined data governance with AI to automate data discovery, quality and personal data for faster implementation. Key features of its first data governance software include: Intuitive Arabic-Friendly Interface, Automated Compliance Tracking, Personal Data Protection, Data Catalogue and Classification, Data Quality and Data, Users and access management.
Additionally, the platform’s data governance solution provides stable fundamentals that empower both public and private enterprises to transition confidently into an AI-driven future.
Further to its unique software products, Governata offers consulting services for data governance and management tailored to meet the requirements of the NDMO, and continued training for its success. In line with Vision 2030, this will introduce much-needed convenience to digitise national data offices and empower staff to focus on higher-level tasks.
The platform also has global aspirations and will release new products on top of its foundational data governance software, including a unified AI-driven enterprise decision-making platform for the MENA region.
