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Why brands in the GCC need a reboot for digital transformation

Many companies are optimising what exists, rather than rethinking what’s needed, says MRM's Karim Slim.

Karim Slim on digital transformation

The pace of digital transformation across the GCC has surged, accelerated by shifting work patterns, evolving digital behaviours and rising consumer expectations. Catering to one of the world’s youngest, most digitally native populations, the region’s businesses are under pressure to keep up with a consumer base that expects seamless and personalised experiences across channels, devices and moments.
According to the IMF’s 2025 paper on digital transformation in the GCC, digital literacy across the region now exceeds that of many developed nations. Despite this, a surprising number of organisations still rely on business models built for a different era, often prioritising incremental t


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