White Pearl Technology Group AB: OTT Africa Secures Exclusive Distribution Rights for docEdge Document Management System

ByWhite Pearl

Stockholm, Sweden – 21 October 2024

White Pearl Technology Group AB (WPTG) is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, OTT Africa, has secured exclusive distribution rights for docEdge, Percient’s leading document management system, across the African continent. This strategic partnership is set to revolutionise document management practices in Africa, addressing unique regional challenges and opportunities.

Key Highlights:

  • Exclusive distribution rights for docEdge across Africa
  • Customisation of docEdge for African market needs
  • Potential to reshape document management practices in key sectors, including government, banking, healthcare, and education
  • Ambitious three-year rollout strategy to capture significant market share

African Market Adaptation

OTT Africa plans to collaborate with Percient to adapt docEdge for the African market, focusing on:

  1. Offline functionality with automatic syncing
  2. Support for multiple African languages
  3. Mobile-first design optimised for smartphone users
  4. Flexible payment options to suit regional preferences
  5. Development of new compression algorithms to reduce data usage
  6. Creation of templates tailored for African businesses

Market Impact

The introduction of a localised docEdge solution is expected to address critical challenges in various sectors:

  • Government: Enhanced compliance with data protection laws, reduced paper usage, and improved process efficiency
  • Banking: Reduced compliance costs and fraud prevention
  • Healthcare: Improved data accuracy and faster record retrieval
  • Education: Enhanced administrative efficiency and support for remote learning initiatives

Leadership Perspectives

Marco Marangoni, CEO of WPTG, stated: “docEdge isn’t just software. It’s a digital transformation tool tailored for Africa’s unique challenges and opportunities.”

Ashley de Klerk, Executive Vice President of WPTG, added: “docEdge will significantly reduce costs associated with physical storage and manual document management by digitising documents. This minimises the need for physical storage space and reduces administrative overhead, saving time and resources.”

Ibrahim Srour, COO of WPTG, emphasised: “Our local partnerships will be key. We’re not imposing technology; we’re co-creating solutions with African experts.”

Future Roadmap

OTT Africa’s vision extends beyond basic document management, with plans to:

  • Launch blockchain-based document verification
  • Introduce AI-powered data analytics capabilities
  • Develop industry-specific modules for sectors such as mining, agriculture, and telecommunications
  • Explore expansion opportunities in other emerging markets

Broader Impact

Beyond its business implications, this initiative aims to:

  • Significantly reduce paper usage across the continent
  • Improve government transparency in partner countries
  • Facilitate African cross-border trade by simplifying documentation processes
  • Provide digital skills training to African professionals

This strategic partnership between OTT Africa and Percient represents a significant step towards digital transformation across the African continent, with the potential to drive economic growth and improve operational efficiencies in multiple sectors.

For more information, please contact:

Investor Relations Manager White Pearl Technology Group AB Email: [email protected] Phone: +46 707 340804

The company’s Certified Adviser is Amudova AB, email: [email protected].

About White Pearl Technology Group AB:

White Pearl Technology Group AB (WPTG) is a global technology company specialising in digital transformation solutions. With a presence in over 30 countries and a team of more than 650 experts, WPTG helps organisations navigate the complexities of the digital age, offering services ranging from ICT and system integration to business software and digital innovation.