Alfardan Properties in deal with Ooredoo for smart home project

Ooredoo and Alfardan Properties yesterday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop the next generation of “smart living houses” for Qatar. This is the first partnership for innovative smart home solutions in Qatar, and the agreement states that the first smart home will be available to view by the end of April. The new smart homes will include appliances, lighting, heating, air-conditioning, TV sets, computers, entertainment audio and video systems and security that are capable of communicating with each other and can be controlled from any room in the house, as well as remotely from any location in the world by phone or Internet.Sheikh Saud bin Nasser al-Thani, chief executive officer, Ooredoo Qatar, and Omar Hussain Alfardan, president and chief executive officer, Alfardan Group, signed the deal.Sheikh Saud bin Nasser al-Thani said: “With technology moving forward daily, our lifestyles are rapidly integrating with our smart devices. Smart living development is the future, and we are excited to be able to work on such a truly innovative project with Alfardan Properties.” Alfardan observed that the MoU with Ooredoo marks another milestone for Alfardan Properties. “It demonstrates our commitment to offer the latest advanced technological services to our tenants, in order to consistently provide them with luxury living solutions and we are confident that Ooredoo’s ‘Smart Home’ solution will add value to their experience.”“We are thrilled to be working with one of the leading telecommunications companies in the region. In implementing the project, both parties have consented on the important aspects thoroughly to ensure seamless execution of the solution in our residential communities. We are looking forward to offering this highly innovative service to our residents,” he added. In line with the agreement, Alfardan Properties will provide a suitable property for the smart home, whilst Ooredoo will provide top-tier technology and connectivity on its bigger, faster network from within their range of smart solutions for the home, enabling businesses and the public to view their portfolio and strengthen their position as a top ICT solutions provider.Ooredoo is continuing to invest in expanding its portfolio of smart services in Qatar, and is working hard to provide the best possible customer experience.