Business Chief takes a look at some of the top companies who have contributed to the region’s digital disruption in 2019.
10. Airtel
Airtel, founded in 1995, is a leading telecommunications company. It offers its customers 2G, 3G and 4G wireless services, mobile commerce, fixed line services, high speed home broadband, direct-to-home (DTH), enterprise services including national and international long distance services to carriers.
Implementations made in 2019: Digitally transforming the payment landscape in Africa via its partnership with Mastercard, to enhance connectivity and accessibility for its 100mn customers in Africa. As a result, customers will be able to make safe mobile payments.
HQ: New Delhi, India
CEO: Gopal Vittal
9. Ericsson
Founded in 1876, Ericsson is a leading provider of information and communication technology, the company utilises innovative technology such as 5G, IoT and automation to achieve its ‘quest for easy’ when it comes to full value connectivity.
Implementations made in 2019: Ericsson supported MTN during its transformation strategy to modernise and upgrade its core networks. “With this deal MTN South Africa will be one of the true 5G pioneers in Africa. Citizens, enterprises, industries and societies in South Africa are set to benefit enormously from 5G and we are here to help MTN South Africa make that happen.”
HQ: Stockholm, Sweden
8. CapgeminiCapgemini, founded in 1967 is a global leader in consulting and technology services for digital transformation. Capgemini aims to be at the forefront of innovation, delivering evolving opportunities to drive businesses towards their ambitions.Implementations made in 2019: Capgemini developed ‘Project FARM’ , an intelligent data platform designed to optimise the agricultural value chain and improve global food supply. The platform harnesses artificial intelligence (AI) to determine farming patterns and generate insights from Big Data for strategic optimisation. HQ: Paris, France7. Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL)Founded in 1995, Deutsche Post DHL Group (DPDHL) is a world leading mail and logistics company, focused on “making a positive contribution to the world by connecting people and enabling global trade, while being committed to responsible business practice.”Implementations made in 2019: DPDHL has introduced its subsidiary road freight platform, Saloodo! , into South Africa. The launch aims to provide a more efficient and connected road freight network for the region’s landlocked and widespread countries and is the first digital solution of its kind in South Africa. HQ: Bonn, Germany6. InterswitchInterswitch, an integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money […]