Solutions by stc to provide GM with in-vehicle connectivity
KUWAIT: Solutions by stc, the specialized business arm of Kuwait Telecommunications Company stc, announced that it has partnered with General Motors (GM) to provide an in-vehicle connectivity solution to support GM’s OnStar service. solutions by stc is the first business solutions provider to provide the IOT application over vehicle management, and infotainment subscription services in Kuwait. The partnership with GM now extends solutions by stc’s experience and offerings capabilities within the automotive industry through various advanced applications that enable digitization across smart transport and in-vehicle solutions.
The new collaboration between solutions by stc and GM was announced during a virtual conference held on July 4th. Representatives from GM, the Ministry of Interior, Alghanim Automotive, Mohammad Saleh & Reza Yousuf Behbehani Company, as well as solutions by stc were present. The conference highlighted the key features behind OnStar, GM’s groundbreaking in-vehicle technology. The only service that supports drivers before, during, and after a car collision.
OnStar is the regional leader when it comes to in-vehicle safety and security, forging the way for Connected Cars across various innovative features and services. Supported by stc’s high internet speeds and advanced network, OnStar will provide drivers with automatic crash response, stolen vehicle assist, emergency services, on-demand diagnostics, roadside support, and internet subscriptions. The new in-vehicle service will be available on GM brands including Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac, across most 2021 models which will be equipped with a stc eSIM to power OnStar.
Commenting on the partnership, Mohammad N Al-Nusif, Chief Executive Officer of solutions by stc, said, “We are proud to partner with a leading automotive company such as GM. The connectivity solution provided by solutions by stc is the firstof-its-kind in Kuwait and falls in line with our commitment to deliver modern technological platforms to our customers. The new service builds on our extensive offering line that aims to assist corporate customers in their path towards digital transformation.”
Gary West, Managing Director OnStar and Future Mobility at General Motors Africa and Middle East said “We’re excited to launch OnStar in Kuwait, the first market in the Middle East to go live with our pioneering in-vehicle safety and security technology, setting new benchmarks for in-vehicle services. Thanks to our partnership with solutions by stc, we’re now able to provide customers with unparalleled levels of safety and security whatever the circumstances. With OnStar, drivers now have added peace of mind knowing that the service, which is backed by the human touch, can be there for them for the unplanned ensuring they get the right help.”
Al-Nusif added, “When introducing new innovations to market, we apply a design thinking model to identify the core needs of our customers and how to deliver on their needs using our capabilities. Our objective is to add value to our customers, especially when collaborating with market leaders such as GM. As we move forward, we will continue searching for innovative methods in which we can apply both digital and cloud-based concepts to existing applications. As the digital era continues to expand through transformative milestones, solutions by stc aims to keep pace with the rapidly evolving tech-world and become the gateway to its customers’ appetite for digital innovation.”
It is worth mentioning that under its product line, solutions by stc delivers a range of connectivity options including fixed or wireless services, advanced technology, ICT, IoT and the IT products and services. The company also launched the 5G LiveBus, a safe and smart bus solution supported by advanced connectivity to provide a safe and convenient method of transportation for passengers.