Press releases and studies

The market for drones in the GCC is expected to reach US$ 1.5 billion by 2022, presenting a massive opportunity for regional telecom operators, according to Strategy&, formerly Booz & Company, and part of the PwC network. By leveraging their capabilities and resources, these companies can play a central role in the development of the regional drone industry.

GCC economies have been growing fast, incomes have been rising and new infrastructure projects are underway. The business sector is flourishing, and e-commerce industry and the wider sharing economy are gaining momentum. According to a recent study conducted by management consultancy Strategy& (formerly Booz & Company), these developments will directly impact efforts required to protect consumers against fraud, and consequently should be addressed.

Airports and airlines need to work together and exploit synergies wherever possible, according to a recent study by global management consulting firm Strategy& (formerly Booz & Company), part of the PwC network. These partners need to join forces in order to boost revenues, lower costs, improve efficiencies, and enhance the customer experience.

Middle East national oil companies (NOCs) should implement a more robust research and development framework, according to a recent study by management consultancy Strategy& (formerly Booz & Company), part of the PwC network. 

The face of innovation is changing because of a significant shift toward service and software offerings and away from product-based offerings. 

GCC countries need to adopt a structured technology adoption framework to overcome current challenges facing their transportation systems, according to a recent study by management consultancy Strategy& (formerly Booz & Company).  

To reduce bureaucracy, GCC companies can use the Bureaucracy Measurement Index (BMI), recently launched by management consultancy Strategy&, formerly Booz & Company.