Burgan Bank participates in IDC Kuwait CIO Summit 2025
Kuwait: Burgan Bank recently participated in the IDC Kuwait CIO Summit 2025, held under the theme 'Architecting an AI-Fueled Business' at Courtyard by Marriott Kuwait City, where it joined more than 150 industry leaders from public and private sectors to engage in vital industry conversations on the latest market-shaping technologies. Mr. Barrak Al-Mattar, General Manager – Information Technology, contributing to the summit's agenda and priorities. The Bank's participation aligns with its forward-looking digital transformation strategy, comprehensive social responsibility program, and committed adherence to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) best practices.
'It's an honor to represent Burgan Bank at an event as influential as the IDC Kuwait CIO Summit, which serves as a key enabler for driving forward momentum in our technologically fast-moving industry, while discussing the best localized courses of action that serve Kuwait's digital transformation, in line with the nationwide strategy and New Kuwait Vision 2035,' said Mr. Al-Mattar.
He added that Burgan Bank's commitment to digitally transforming the banking experience it offers customers centers not only on convenience and speed but also on inclusivity and accessibility, noting that digital banking continues to be a primary pillar supporting the growth of entrepreneurship and SME growth in Kuwait. Other facets of the digital revolution in banking extend to vital considerations such as sustainability, which digitalization supports through reducing the carbon footprint, responsibly and consciously disposing of electronic waste, among other positive influences.
In addition, Burgan Bank continues to utilize the latest technologies to fortify its cybersecurity systems, with the support of advanced AI capabilities, while operating within the responsible parameters of governance. This commitment is further reinforced through adherence to ISO standards and full compliance with the Central Bank of Kuwait's (CBK) regulations, underscoring the Bank's dedication to security, integrity and regulatory alignment.
The 2025 edition of the summit centered on the key themes including the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), digital business strategies, digital economy trends, data platforms for the intelligent enterprise, data-driven customer experience (CX) transformation, the future of work, digital trust and security, Industry 4.0, sustainability, software innovation and modern app development, and the future of digital infrastructure.
It is worth noting that Mr. Al-Mattar was awarded the 'Legend CIO' award in the '20+ years' experience in the field' category, as part of the World CIO 200 Summit's recognition of the most influential IT leaders in their respective industries worldwide in 2024. The Bank's unwavering commitment to leading with innovation and deploying digital transformation as one of its strategic pillars of success continues to cement its philosophy to be 'Driven by You' and vision to be the most modern and progressive bank in Kuwait.
About Burgan Bank
Established in 1977, Burgan Bank is a Kuwait-based conventional bank with a significant focus on the corporate and financial institution sectors. From its earliest days, the Bank has significantly sought to diversify its offering to cater to its growing retail and private banking customer base.
Burgan Bank has majority-owned subsidiaries, collectively known as the 'Burgan Bank Group', in the MENAT region. This Group is supported by one of the largest branch networks across the region and includes: Gulf Bank Algeria – AGB (Algeria), Tunis International Bank – TIB (Tunisia), and Burgan Bank Turkey. Furthermore, Burgan Bank has a presence in the UAE through its corporate office, Burgan Financial Services Limited.
The Bank has continuously improved its performance over the years, through an expanded revenue structure, diversified funding sources, and a strong capital base. The adoption of state-of-the-art services and technology has positioned it as a trendsetter in the domestic market and within the MENA region. Moreover, Burgan Bank's brand has been built on a foundation of real values – trust, commitment, excellence, and progression – which serve as a reminder of the high standards to which the Bank always aspires. In fact, the Bank's core philosophy of 'Driven by You' is the foundation on which its products and services are continuously developed.
Burgan Bank has achieved the LEED v4.1 O+M: EB Gold Certification for its Head Office in Kuwait City. The Bank has also obtained the ISO/IEC 27001: 2022 Information Security Management Systems certificate (ISMS), ISO /IEC 27701:2019 Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS), ISO/IEC 20000-1: 2018 Information Technology Service Management System (ITSMS) and was re-certified with the prestigious ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS), making it one of the few banks in the GCC and Kuwait to receive such certification for five consecutive times. At the same time, the Bank has the distinction of being the only Bank in Kuwait to have won the JP Morgan Chase Quality Recognition Award for twenty consecutive years. Moreover, in a testament to its dedication to the development of its human capital, Burgan Bank is the first bank in Kuwait to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, earning the distinct honor in 2023.
Burgan Bank is a majority-owned subsidiary of KIPCO (Kuwait Projects Company), one of the largest holding companies in the MENA region.
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