The Information Technology Industry Development Authority (ITIDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DXC Technology Egypt to boost collaboration in the software industry.
The partnership aims to unlock their full potential by leveraging high-quality training, consultancy services, assessment and appraisal services, industry-leading certifications and international accreditations from ITIDA’s Software Engineering Competence Centre (SECC).
The MoU is in line with ITIDA’s strategic vision to bring Egypt’s software industry to a globally competitive level. The partnership aims to enhance the quality and efficiency of operations in global delivery centers of all sizes by equipping their employees with highly skilled and internationally recognized qualifications. Ultimately, the collaboration aims to significantly increase Egyptian software exports.
The partnership with DXC Technology aims to create a comprehensive support system for software companies and provide comprehensive services such as training, certification and consulting. We aim to support the growth of these companies, making them more competitive and enhancing their ability to penetrate international markets. Such efforts will improve the quality of software development processes and strengthen Egypt’s position as a global delivery hub for IT services.
Engineer Ahmed Elzaher, CEO of ITIDA
Founded in 2001, SECC is a leading cutting-edge technology services and consulting organization that strengthens the technical capabilities and improves internal competencies of ICT companies. The Center offers a wide range of services, including consulting, evaluation and appraisal based on international standards and recognized models.
Meanwhile, Engineer Neveen Galal, Managing Director of DXC Technology Egypt and Regional Delivery Leader for DXC Technology, said that DXC is working hard in collaboration with ITIDA to provide trained and experienced talent to export Egyptian software projects globally.
At DXC, we constantly strive to hire the best talent and leverage their superior skills and expertise to meet the demands of both local and global markets, especially in software development and testing. We believe in the capabilities and skills of our software developers and we believe Egypt can achieve excellence.
Neveen Galal, Engineer, Managing Director of DXC Technology Egypt and Regional Delivery Leader for DXC Technology
Egypt’s outsourcing services sector experienced significant growth last year, registering a 54.2% growth rate, while digital exports increased by 26% from $4.9 billion in 2022 to $6.2 billion in 2023.
Egypt’s young and skilled workforce is key to its appeal: over 300,000 ICT professionals, including 130,000 FTEs in the offshoring sector, are ready to support global business needs.
Egypt produces a large number of graduates annually in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, making it a continuous source of talent. The country’s multilingual capabilities, offering services in over 20 languages, further enhances its attractiveness as a leading IT/BPO delivery hub and investment-friendly destination.
