# Business Technology

## **Business Technology Department Overview – BEC Arabia**

#### **Driving Digital Transformation, IT Governance, and Organizational Data Management for Mega Construction Projects**

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### **1. Introduction**

The **Business Technology Department at BEC Arabia** is responsible for **integrating enterprise technology solutions, managing IT infrastructure, ensuring cybersecurity, and implementing data governance policies** to support mega construction projects and corporate operations. With the increasing reliance on **digital workflows, cloud computing, and AI-driven analytics**, the department plays a critical role in:

* **Ensuring compliance with Saudi data protection laws, cybersecurity regulations, and IT governance frameworks.**
* **Optimizing business processes through ERP systems, digital transformation, and process automation.**
* **Enhancing collaboration, document management, and communication between internal teams, clients, and subcontractors.**
* **Securing business-critical data, preventing cyber threats, and implementing IT disaster recovery strategies.**
* **Developing an enterprise-wide data governance framework to maintain data integrity, security, and accessibility.**

By **leveraging enterprise IT solutions, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity protocols**, BEC Arabia ensures **operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and compliance with Saudi IT and data governance regulations**.

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### **2. Core Responsibilities of the Business Technology Department**

| **Function**                                       | **Description**                                                                              | **Key Stakeholders**                                   |
| -------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Enterprise IT Infrastructure & Cloud Solutions** | Manages company-wide IT systems, cloud computing, and data storage solutions.                | IT, Project Teams, Finance, Operations                 |
| **ERP & Business Applications Management**         | Ensures ERP system functionality for procurement, finance, HR, and inventory.                | Procurement, Finance, HR, Supply Chain                 |
| **Cybersecurity & IT Governance**                  | Implements security measures, access controls, and compliance frameworks.                    | IT Security, Compliance, Legal                         |
| **Business Intelligence & Data Analytics**         | Leverages Power BI dashboards and AI-driven insights for decision-making.                    | C-Level Executives, Finance, Operations, Project Teams |
| **Collaboration & Digital Workplace Solutions**    | Manages communication platforms, document management, and enterprise collaboration tools.    | HR, Project Teams, Legal, Contracts Administration     |
| **Software Development & Automation**              | Develops in-house applications, automates workflows, and integrates technology solutions.    | IT, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering              |
| **IT Support & Helpdesk Services**                 | Provides IT support, issue resolution, and end-user training.                                | All Departments, Project Teams                         |
| **Organizational Data Governance**                 | Ensures enterprise-wide data integrity, regulatory compliance, and structured data policies. | IT, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Project Management     |

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### **3. Organizational Data Governance Framework**

#### **3.1 Data Governance Policies & Compliance**

* Establishes **enterprise-wide data governance policies** aligned with **Saudi Data Protection Law (PDPL)** and international best practices.
* Defines **roles and responsibilities for data ownership, stewardship, and access management**.
* Ensures **compliance with GDPR (for international clients), ISO 27001, and Saudi cybersecurity regulations**.

**Key Deliverables:**

* **Enterprise Data Governance Policy Documentation**
* **Data Ownership & Access Control Frameworks**

**Benchmark:** **100% compliance with Saudi data protection and cybersecurity regulations.**

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#### **3.2 Data Classification & Security Framework**

* Implements **data classification standards (Public, Internal, Confidential, and Restricted)** for structured data access.
* Enforces **role-based access control (RBAC) and data encryption for sensitive information**.
* Uses **cloud-based data storage with redundancy and backup policies to prevent data loss**.

**Key Deliverables:**

* **Enterprise Data Classification & Protection Guidelines**
* **Data Encryption & Secure Storage Policies**

**Benchmark:** **Zero unauthorized data breaches or security violations.**

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#### **3.3 Data Integrity & Quality Management**

* Ensures **data accuracy, consistency, and traceability across all business applications**.
* Conducts **regular data audits to identify discrepancies and enforce validation rules**.
* Establishes **automated data validation workflows for finance, procurement, and project reporting**.

**Key Deliverables:**

* **Data Integrity Reports & Quality Assurance Logs**
* **Automated Data Validation & Error Detection Reports**

**Benchmark:** **Achieve 99.5% data accuracy in ERP and enterprise systems.**

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#### **3.4 Data Lifecycle Management & Retention Policies**

* Implements **data retention policies for financial, legal, and project documentation**.
* Ensures **secure archiving and retrieval of historical data for compliance and audits**.
* Automates **data disposal policies for expired or redundant information**.

**Key Deliverables:**

* **Data Retention & Archiving Strategy Reports**
* **Audit Trail & Data Disposal Compliance Reports**

**Benchmark:** **Ensure 100% compliance with legal data retention policies.**

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#### **3.5 Data Access & Regulatory Compliance**

* Ensures **controlled data access based on job roles and business requirements**.
* Implements **real-time monitoring of data access logs and security audits**.
* Enforces **Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) guidelines on data governance**.

**Key Deliverables:**

* **Enterprise Data Access Control Reports**
* **Regulatory Compliance & Security Audit Logs**

**Benchmark:** **Zero unauthorized data access incidents.**

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### **4. Digital Business Technology Ecosystem at BEC Arabia**

| **Technology**                | **Functionality**                             | **Application in Business Operations**                             |
| ----------------------------- | --------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **ERP System**                | Procurement, Financial & Inventory Management | Streamlines supply chain, budgeting, and financial reporting.      |
| **Aconex**                    | Document Control & Project Collaboration      | Ensures real-time project documentation tracking.                  |
| **Power BI**                  | Business Intelligence & Performance Analytics | Provides data-driven decision-making insights.                     |
| **Cybersecurity Tools**       | Data Encryption & IT Threat Monitoring        | Protects sensitive business information.                           |
| **Cloud Computing**           | Remote Access & Data Backup                   | Enables scalable IT infrastructure and disaster recovery planning. |
| **Data Governance Platforms** | Data Classification, Compliance Monitoring    | Ensures structured enterprise-wide data integrity.                 |

**Benchmark:** **100% of enterprise-critical data must be classified, encrypted, and access-controlled.**

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### **5. Compliance with Saudi IT & Data Protection Regulations**

| **Regulation / Standard**                                   | **Compliance Requirement**                                                           | **Application in Business Technology**                                                      |
| ----------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) Framework**  | Implement cybersecurity best practices, access controls, and risk mitigation.        | Enforces IT security policies, encryption, and threat monitoring.                           |
| **ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System)**      | Secure enterprise data, prevent unauthorized access, and ensure business continuity. | Implements data protection policies, cybersecurity audits, and employee awareness training. |
| **Saudi Data Protection Law (PDPL)**                        | Ensure personal and business data protection compliance.                             | Implements secure data storage, access control, and privacy measures.                       |
| **NUPP (National Unified Procurement Platform) Compliance** | Ensure ERP integration with government procurement systems.                          | Provides audit-ready procurement tracking and contract management within ERP.               |

**Benchmark:** **100% compliance with Saudi cybersecurity, procurement, and IT governance regulations.**

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### **6. Conclusion**

The **Business Technology Department at BEC Arabia** ensures:

* **Enterprise-wide IT governance, cybersecurity, and data protection compliance.**
* **Seamless ERP and business process automation for increased efficiency.**
* **Business intelligence, AI-driven analytics, and Power BI reporting for data-driven decision-making.**
* **Strict data governance policies, access controls, and compliance frameworks.**
* **High-availability IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, and digital workplace transformation.**

By implementing **advanced business technology solutions and structured data governance**, BEC Arabia ensures **secure, compliant, and scalable IT operations**, supporting **mega construction project execution and corporate digital transformation**.
