Doha, Qatar – 9th December 2024 - Tulip Interfaces, a global leader in composable frontline operations technology, and Qatar Development Bank (QDB), a champion of entrepreneurship and innovation in Qatar, are proud to announce a strategic partnership aimed at advancing digital transformation in manufacturing across Qatar and the region. The partnership aligns with Tulip's global presence in manufacturing, marked by the opening of a new office in Singapore earlier this year, and its role as a partner and co-creator of the Next Generation Industrial Operating System, a World Economic Forum (WEF) initiative led by Saudi Arabia's NEOM project.
This collaboration designates QDB’s flagship Factory One program as Tulip’s first regional Experience Center in the Middle East. Located at the Qatar Business Incubation Center, Factory One—established in collaboration with McKinsey & Company—provides world-class training in lean and digital manufacturing. The center equips Qatari small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with tools and expertise to drive operational excellence, foster innovation, and enhance global competitiveness. Qatar’s manufacturing sector plays a pivotal role in the nation’s economic diversification under Qatar National Vision 2030. As the industry shifts towards higher-tech, digital-first approaches, Tulip’s composable frontline operations platform complements Factory One’s mission to prepare SMEs for the future of manufacturing, enabling growth and productivity.
“Global manufacturing is at a turning point and staying competitive requires embracing digital solutions that prioritize human-centric processes while driving efficiency and innovation,” said Erik Mirandette, Chief Business Officer, Tulip Interfaces. “This partnership reinforces our commitment to enable SMEs to strengthen their frontline operations and seamlessly integrate into global supply chains.”
Dr. Hamad Salem Mejegheer, QDB’s Executive Director of SMEs Development at QDB, said the partnership with Tulip underscores the bank’s commitment to empowering local businesses with the tools they need to succeed on a global stage.
“This initiative aligns with the Third Qatar National Development Strategy and reaffirms our dedication to enhancing the private sector’s capabilities and enabling local businesses to leverage technology to scale and expand,” he noted.
The partnership not only accelerates digital transformation in the region but also creates a scalable, human-centric blueprint for the future of global manufacturing. As part of its initial involvement, Tulip will collaborate with (specific SMEs), further solidifying its role in driving innovation across the manufacturing ecosystem.
Key Initiatives Under the Partnership
Workforce Development and Digital Skills Training
Tulip and QDB will provide hands-on training at Factory One, equipping the workforce with cutting-edge digital skills. Businesses can leverage Tulip’s no-code frontline operations platform and library of over 400 composable solutions to develop tailored applications, enabling rapid deployment of digital tools such as machine monitoring, quality management, and performance tracking. This accelerates skill-building and empowers local workers to lead digital transformation initiatives.Economic Assistance and Business Growth
QDB’s tailored business loans reduce the risk of adopting new technologies, enabling SMEs to access digital transformation tools while accelerating their learning curves. With proven benefits like a 448% ROI from Tulip's platform, this partnership delivers measurable value to regional businesses and strengthens Qatar’s economic resilience.Positioning Factory One as a Global Innovation Hub
By integrating Tulip’s platform with systems like Microsoft Dynamics ERP and Haas CNC machines, Factory One will serve as a hands-on demonstration site for advanced manufacturing technologies, showcasing how businesses can achieve operational excellence and unlock new efficiencies.Accelerating SME Digitization with Tailored Solutions
Custom digitization packages will address the specific needs of regional industries. From startups to established manufacturers, businesses will gain access to scalable tools that drive productivity and competitiveness in an evolving global market.
For more information about the collaboration or Factory One, please visit www.factoryone.qa or www.tulip.co.
ABOUT TULIP INTERFACES
Tulip, a leader in frontline operations, is helping companies of all sizes and across industries, including complex manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, equip their workforce with connected apps—leading to higher quality work, improved efficiency, and end-to-end traceability across operations. A spinoff out of MIT, the company is headquartered in Somerville, MA, with offices in Germany and Hungary.
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About Qatar Development Bank (QDB)
Qatar Development Bank (QDB) was established in 1997 as the Qatar Industrial Development Bank, a 100% government-owned developmental organization. Its primary aim was to develop investments within local industries, thereby accelerating growth and economic diversification in Qatar through support for the private sector.
QDB has played an integral role in stimulating national economic and social development, through funding a variety of local projects and providing support to the private sector through a range of innovative services.
QDB’s strategy is entirely in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030. It is focused on promoting and facilitating the growth of the private sector in key economic sectors, with the aim of building a diversified, sustainable economy.
QDB aims to promote entrepreneurship spirit within the private sector in Qatar through providing the necessary services that shall ease the growth, development, and diversification of this sector. In doing so, QDB offers access to information, incubation, and capabilities to SMEs, in addition to access to capital through direct and indirect financial services, investment and access to local markets, and access to international markets for Qatari exporters through export insurance and funding services.