Dubai, UAE – October 17, 2024 – At the Huawei B2B Innovation Summit, Huawei, in collaboration with key industry partners, including the SAMENA Telecommunications Council and leading operators, announced the launch of the groundbreaking “Stride Towards Techco1.0 Era” initiative. This milestone marks a pivotal moment in the telecommunications industry, highlighting the evolution of operators from traditional Telcos to Technology Companies (Techcos), redefining their roles and strategies in the digital era.

Allen Tang, President of Huawei MECA ICT Marketing and Solutions Sales Department_ssict_1200_629_ssict_960_540
Allen Tang, President of Huawei MECA ICT Marketing and Solutions Sales Department

The Techco1.0 Era signifies a fundamental transformation, not just in technological capabilities but in the way businesses operate and deliver value. Three core pillars drive this evolution:

  • Business Servitization – Any organization asset should be offered through an “as-a-service” model such as Data-as-a-Service, Product-as-a-Service, and Network-as-a-Service. This would enable operators to deliver customized, flexible services that empower customers to innovate, grow, and adapt in today’s digital marketplace.
  • Service Platformization—All services should be offered and operated on a unified digital platform. This comprehensive approach supports ongoing business growth, such as precise marketing and monetization through data governance. 
  • Platform Intelligentization—Intelligence capabilities should enable and enrich the platform, allowing carriers to capitalize on intelligent transformation opportunities.

Allen Tang, President of Huawei MECA ICT Marketing and Solutions Sales Department, emphasized the strategic significance of this shift, stating, “The transition from Telco to Techco is not just a technological upgrade; it’s a reimagining of strategy, services, and business operations in the digital age. We stand on the verge of a transformative future.”

As operators embrace the Techco1.0 Era, they are poised to play a central role in the global digital ecosystem. They will capitalize on the opportunities of the AI revolution and transform their networks, services, and business models to shape the future of telecommunications.