Collaboration supports Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 with advanced data management and seamless digital banking experiences
Al Salam Bank has announced a landmark partnership with Denodo, a global leader in data management, and NAIB IT, a Bahrain-based systems integrator, to strengthen its data and AI capabilities in alignment with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s Vision 2030. The strategic agreement, facilitated through AWS Marketplace, will enable the Bank to unify, manage, and leverage data more effectively while enhancing digital banking experiences for clients.
“This collaboration is a milestone in Bahrain’s digital journey, building a knowledge-based economy and strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a fintech hub.”
– Shaikha Dr. Dheya Bint Ebrahim Al Khalifa, Managing Director, NAIB IT
Through the Denodo Platform, Al Salam Bank will gain a powerful logical data management layer that integrates data across core systems, cloud services, and fintech partners within minutes instead of weeks. This will allow real-time access, governance, and AI-powered analytics, empowering faster decision-making and driving innovation across the enterprise.
“Our platform enables real-time data access and governance, critical for AI success. This partnership empowers financial institutions to lead in the digital economy.”
– Gabriele Obino, Regional VP, Denodo
“At Al Salam Bank, we are committed to remaining at the forefront of digital transformation within the financial sector,” said Anwar Murad, Deputy CEO – Banking at Al Salam Bank. “By harnessing real-time data integration and AI-powered analytics, we aim to enhance responsiveness, strengthen operational agility, and deliver a more personalized and seamless banking experience.”
“This partnership with Denodo and NAIB IT marks a significant step in advancing our digital maturity and optimizing the use of data and AI to better serve our clients.”
– Anwar Murad, Deputy CEO – Banking, Al Salam Bank
The partnership also reflects the national ambition to advance digital transformation and cement Bahrain’s role as a regional fintech hub. Shaikha Dr. Dheya Bint Ebrahim Al Khalifa, Managing Director at NAIB IT, emphasized, “This collaboration represents a significant milestone in Bahrain’s digital journey. We are proud to facilitate partnerships that build a knowledge-based economy and elevate the Kingdom’s position globally.”
Gabriele Obino, Regional VP at Denodo, added, “Our platform enables real-time data access, governance, and agility, critical for AI success. This partnership showcases how modern data management can empower financial institutions to lead in a rapidly evolving digital economy.”
“As a local integrator, our mission is to ensure that global innovation translates into local success through secure and scalable data architecture.”
– Hemantha Wijesinghe, CTO at Al Salam Bank
With NAIB IT’s local expertise and Denodo’s cutting-edge data management platform, Al Salam Bank expects to achieve measurable improvements in efficiency, compliance, and service agility. This positions the Bank not only as a leader in digital-first Islamic banking but also as a pioneer in delivering AI-powered financial services across the region.
