Manama:The Information and eGovernment Authority (iGA) has announced the renewal of a strategic agreement with Computer World, the approved partner of Amazon Web Services (AWS) for the government sector in Bahrain. This agreement aims to centralize the management and operation of government cloud services and enhance the digital services provided to citizens and residents.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the agreement was signed by Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, Chief Executive of the iGA, and Mohammed Farooq Almoayyed, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Computer World. The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Khalid Al Mutawa, Deputy Chief Executive for Operations and Governance at the iGA, along with several officials from both parties.
Al Qaed emphasized that the agreement demonstrates iGA's commitment to advancing digital transformation and adopting best practices in cloud services management. He stated that it would help improve government processes, optimize ICT expenditure, and accelerate ICT project implementation, while also enhancing the digital skills of Bahraini professionals.
Mohammed Farooq Almoayyed expressed pride in collaborating with the iGA, noting that the agreement would improve the efficiency of cloud services management and cost transparency. He highlighted Bahrain's progress in adopting cloud services and the agreement's role in strengthening governance and operational efficiency.
The agreement focuses on centralizing the management of government services hosted on the AWS platform, ensuring cost efficiency, optimizing the use of technological resources, and maximizing investments in cloud services. It also aims to strengthen service governance through unified management controls, supporting security and reliability, and ensuring the continuity and scalability of government digital services.
The agreement follows a tender awarded to Computer World in September 2026.