Hamdard University selects PTCL to expedite the Digital Transformation Journey
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and Hamdard University, part of the Hamdard Foundation, have entered into a strategic partnership. This collaboration focuses on the provision of managed ICT and mobility solutions for the faculty and students of Hamdard University. The initiative aims to enhance the university’s technological capabilities and digital infrastructure.
Signing Ceremony at Marriott Karachi
The partnership was formalized at a signing ceremony recently held at Marriott Karachi. The event was attended by Prof. Dr. Syed Shabib-ul-Hasan, Vice Chancellor of Hamdard University, alongside several key figures from both institutions. Representing PTCL were Basharat Qureshi, Group VP Enterprise, and Umar Farooqi, Group Director Enterprise. From Hamdard University, Registrar Kaleem Ahmed Ghias, Group Director of Finance Faisal Mangroria, Group Director of HR Abutalib Bhutto, and Director of Finance Muhammad Ovais were present.
PTCL’s State-of-the-Art ICT Solutions
PTCL will provide Hamdard University with cutting-edge infrastructure and platform solutions, designed with the latest technology and managed security features. These services will help the university streamline its operations, improve data management, and support its digital transformation goals.
Remarks by Hamdard University’s Vice Chancellor
Speaking at the event, Prof. Dr. Syed Shabib-ul-Hasan, Vice Chancellor of Hamdard University, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership. He highlighted the importance of PTCL’s role in the university’s digital transformation strategy, stating, “This partnership signifies a transformative step forward in the university’s approach to infrastructure, platforms, and data management. By leveraging PTCL’s expertise, Hamdard University aims to achieve an enhanced operating leverage and reduced time-to-market for its products and services.”
PTCL’s Commitment to Supporting Education
Sayyed Muhammad Imran Ali, Group VP B2B Strategy & Product Management at PTCL & Ufone 4G, also spoke during the ceremony. He emphasized PTCL’s dedication to supporting educational institutions, saying, “PTCL, being a national company, is leading industry digitalization across the country. Through such partnerships, PTCL continues to provide innovative and secure solutions to the corporate sector, which will contribute to the overall economic growth of the country.”
Aiming for Best-in-Class Corporate Services
PTCL aims to deliver top-tier services to its corporate customers across various industries in Pakistan. This partnership with Hamdard University is part of the company’s broader growth strategy, particularly in the ICT and security solutions space. These efforts are vital in fostering a digital ecosystem within industries like education and banking, driving Pakistan’s digital transformation forward.
