Seamless migration, improved cyber resilience, and faster data access position SAIB for future-ready innovation
In a major digital transformation milestone, The Saudi Investment Bank (SAIB) has modernized its data infrastructure using Pure Storage’s cutting-edge platform, resulting in an 80% reduction in latency, improved cybersecurity readiness, and uninterrupted banking services.
“We can now confidently innovate, delivering on our vision of being the trusted bank for our clients,” said Ahmed Megdad, SVP of IT Operations, SAIB.
The Challenge
As one of the Kingdom’s oldest and most respected financial institutions, SAIB needed to replace aging infrastructure that struggled under the demands of modern digital banking. The bank sought a solution that would not only eliminate service disruptions but also empower innovation, enhance customer experiences, and strengthen its cybersecurity posture.
“Our platform empowers SAIB to innovate securely and sustainably while delivering exceptional services to its clients.” — Omar Akar, VP, METCA, Pure Storage
The Solution
SAIB deployed the Pure Storage Platform, enabling rapid improvements in operational performance and resilience. With read/write latency slashed from 1ms to just 0.2ms, customer transactions and employee productivity received a dramatic boost.
The Results
- Faster Performance: 80% latency reduction has improved app responsiveness and customer satisfaction.
- Seamless Migration: 2,500+ email accounts and core apps migrated without downtime.
- Security & Innovation: Advanced workloads like Splunk SmartStore and Cloudera now run efficiently, enabling better threat detection and data analytics.
- Peak Readiness: System stability during high-demand periods like Ramadan ensures uninterrupted service.
