This recognition places Kagool among the top Microsoft partners worldwide, celebrating their innovative approach and excellence in deploying customer solutions utilising Microsoft technology.

"I am continually amazed by the talent and dedication of our global teams, who collectively deliver unparalleled service and quality excellence to our diverse customer base across the UAE. This award is a testament to the hard work of our Engineering & Delivery teams and our back-office Commercial, Finance, Marketing and HR departments, all of which contribute globally to achieving outstanding customer outcomes with speed and scale. Our success is bolstered by the fantastic, collaborative partnership we have with Microsoft in this region. I eagerly anticipate further developing our partnership over the next 12 months to help more enterprises realize business value through the adoption of Azure Extend & Innovate solutions with SAP landscapes," said Group CEO, Dan Barlow.

The award recognises Kagool's commitment to pioneering innovative solutions in cognitive services and Generative AI. Kagool has been instrumental in accelerating the adoption of Azure Open AI and Data Analytics solutions across both commercial and public sectors. Through its collaboration with Microsoft, Kagool has developed advanced solutions to foster AI adoption, particularly within the public sector, by leveraging Microsoft Cognitive Services' disconnected containers to secure critical applications.

This partnership also facilitated the creation of solutions based on Microsoft Azure Open AI models, enhancing both employee and customer digital experiences. Kagool's support led to the development of an Artificial Intelligence Platform for Federal Governments, integrating Azure cognitive services disconnected containers with Azure Open AI PTUs. This integration ensures data sovereignty and high security for the public sector, driving AI adoption and innovation.

"Congratulations to the winners and finalists of the 2024 Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards!" said Nicole Dezen, Chief Partner Officer and Corporate Vice President at Microsoft. "The momentum generated by numerous AI & Copilot announcements this year fueled innovation from our partners, enabling groundbreaking services and solutions to customers. I am inspired by the capability and creativity in our partner ecosystem and this year's winners beautifully demonstrate the best of what's possible with AI and the Microsoft Cloud."