Salesforce today announced plans to expand its presence in Saudi Arabia with a new regional headquarters in Riyadh, set to open in 2025. This strategic move underscores Salesforce's growing commitment to the Middle East region and its role in driving digital transformation powered by its Agentforce platform.
In a significant partnership, Salesforce will collaborate with IBM to establish an AI Innovation Center of Excellence in Riyadh. This center will combine Salesforce's AI capabilities with IBM's consulting expertise and watsonx AI technology to foster cutting-edge Agentforce-driven solutions for selected industries, aiming to unlock unprecedented productivity and value.
Furthermore, Salesforce pledged to provide upskilling opportunities to 30,000 Saudi citizens by 2030, with an initial target of 2,500 by 2026, focusing on AI and Agentforce-related roles. This initiative, aligned with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals, emphasizes enabling female talent and partnering with local universities and government entities to prepare the workforce for future-ready careers.
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