We don’t see it as artificial; we see it as the next evolution of intelligence,” says Ali Kamran, a renowned leader in AI-driven technology sales, specializing in business-tailored AI, ML, and ERP solutions. As Country Manager and I.T. Sales Director at NAIB Information Technology, Kamran has spearheaded the integration of cutting-edge AI technologies across multiple industries, driving both operational efficiency and business success. In today’s competitive market, AI has become not only one of the most discussed but also one of the most crucial components of business strategy, and Kamran’s strategic sales leadership has positioned him at the forefront of this transformative shift. By aligning advanced technology solutions with his clients’ unique business needs, Kamran is helping organizations across sectors unlock unprecedented growth and innovation
Many leading organizations consider artificial intelligence algorithms the future of business and the cornerstone of sustainable development, providing a cascade of unprecedented opportunities. Others express concerns about machines “replacing” the human workforce, taking jobs away from the employment market while having limited “intellectual development” abilities that can only deal with simple repetitive tasks but will come to a dead end whenever non-standard solutions and outside-the-box thinking are required.
To shed light on what IT experts think about its functionality, potential, and role in business and society, we interviewed Ali Kamran, the Country Manager at NAIB Information Technology, leading expert in artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions within oil and gas, governmental, and banking sectors, and computer engineering specialist with extensive experience in the world’s leading technology corporations.
As Country Manager, Kamran has led NAIB Information Technology’s successful expansion into new markets, closing multi-million-dollar deals with global companies and Technology Provider like Microsoft, SAP, Denodo, Faronics, and Cisco. His strategic sales leadership has earned him acclaim for transforming business operations through AI and ERP solutions, driving exponential revenue growth for both NAIB and its clients.
“Oil and gas drilling analytics is significant for improving drilling performance and efficiency, reducing expenses, and mitigating risks”, explains Kamran. “Without it, one has to make blind guesses and inevitably bear losses when ending up drilling at the wrong place, at the wrong time, or with the wrong speed. AI-powered smart analytics solutions enable oil and gas extraction team to find the best wellbore trajectory, adjust parameters, and know exactly where, when, and how the drilling should take place to get the best results.”
Kamran lead one of the most large-scaled projects on implementing comprehensive AI solutions for oil and gas sector in the Middle East, which has transformed local drilling system and inspired a mass shift to AI analytics within the industry. Kamran’s success as an I.T. Sales Director stem from his deep understanding of both the technical complexities and business needs of his clients. By developing customized solutions tailored to each client’s unique requirements, he has been able to deliver transformative results, positioning NAIB as a trusted partner for industries ranging from oil and gas, Retail, Manufacturing to government and banking.
“Here is the important fact about AI that many people outside the industry often miss”, comments Kamran, addressing the most common concerns related to artificial intelligence. “Yes, a machine does not have its own IQ, it can’t replace a human being. However, what it can do is to learn from humans and become an invaluable assistant. The one that possesses phenomenal memory and can retrieve every single piece of information, fact, number, or parameter ever received and offer all existing solutions within an instant.”
“It is also important to take AI as a partner and learn to work together”, adds Kamran. “The more a machine learns from you, the more it stars to think and behave like you, and eventually provide you with unprecedented opportunities to do more while spending less. Every job has both interesting, creative tasks requiring individual approach and non-standard thinking, and routine that is often boring and excessively time-consuming, but still needs to be done. Artificial intelligence can automate the routine and save employees’ time and energy for more complex and creative objectives by automating mundane tasks.”
“Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower”, quotes Kamran referring to his favourite saying by Steve Jobs, a renowned American inventor and Apple co-founder. “In today’s fast-paced world of exponentially developing technologies, it is essential to constantly learn and master new skills to stay ahead. You can be the most gifted specialist in your field, but if you don’t comply with modern IT and AI proficiency requirements, you put yourself at risk of being replaced by someone who does.”
“The only way to reach the top and stay there is to constantly upskill yourself, getting all emerging technologies and tools at your disposal”, advices Kamran. “Without these advancements, modern businesses would struggle to compete and grow. However, once you learn to take advantage of what AI-based solutions have to offer, you get the power to take your career, business, or enterprise to an entirely new level.”
Having managed multi-million projects for the world’s leading corporations such as Faronics, Infosys, Microsoft, SAP, Veeam, VMware, Oracle, DELL-EMC, and Cisco, Kamran’s leadership in I.T. sales has not only revolutionized business operations but also positioned him as a top expert in closing high-value deals and driving business innovation. His ability to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and client needs continues to set him apart as a leading I.T. Sales Director in today’s rapidly evolving market.”