Bimser has launched a new University Programme for the Middle East and Africa focused on joint R&D, AI projects, and co-developed digital tools. The rollout starts in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and South Africa, with plans to expand into Europe. The company will also be at GITEX Global in Dubai from 13–17 October 2025 at Hall 1, Turkish Pavilion, Stand H1-D50.
Why this programme matters for universities in the UAE
Bimser puts research at the centre, not just software deployment. The model links labs, students, and industry to build tools with real-world impact.
- Joint R&D on AI, automation, and sustainability
- Innovation hubs on campus or virtual
- Hands-on low-code development for students
- Operational tools for accreditation, processes, and assets
In practice, that means a dean can co-fund an AI project with Bimser, students can ship a working app on a low-code platform, and operations can track assets and accreditation tasks in one place. For UAE universities working to meet local standards and faster timelines, this is a pragmatic mix of research and delivery.
What Bimser is offering: the core stack
The programme leans on five products that map to common university needs.
- QDMS for quality and accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA, ABET, ISO 21001, UAE CAA, KSA NCAAA, Qatar QNSA, South Africa CHE)
- Synergy low-code with AI features for rapid app building
- Ensemble for process and performance alignment
- BEAM for asset and maintenance management
- Bimser Academy for training and certifications
On paper, that covers both the academic side (assurance of learning, programme review, research workflows) and the operational backbone (work orders, preventive maintenance, policy control). The training piece helps staff and students build capability rather than rely only on consultants.
Launch timing and where to meet Bimser
Bimser says the programme is live across the UAE, KSA, Qatar and South Africa from 1 October 2025, with Europe to follow. You can meet the team during GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai. Note the stand: Hall 1, Turkish Pavilion, H1-D50.
- Dates: 13–17 October 2025 (Dubai World Trade Centre)
- Stand: Hall 1, Turkish Pavilion, H1-D50
- Focus: AI projects, joint labs, and low-code demos with universities
If you’re shortlisting partners during GITEX week, lock time with Bimser’s R&D leads and ask for a proof-of-concept scoped to your accreditation cycle or research area.
What this looks like for the UAE higher-ed crowd
This is aimed at provosts, CIOs and heads of quality who need quick wins that still push research forward. The scope aligns with how UAE universities operate.
- Accreditation: Track evidence for UAE CAA alongside AACSB/ABET
- Low-code in class: Give students real project briefs, then ship apps
- Sustainability: Use asset and maintenance data to cut energy waste
- KPIs: Map strategy to operations with dashboards for deans and admin
Add your own guardrails: data residency, Arabic UI, and integration with SIS/LMS. Push for a joint IP model where appropriate—Bimser’s R&D angle implies room for co-authored research and patents.
The bigger picture: industry + academia in MENA
IDC highlights AI, hybrid learning, and data-driven campuses as key trends for higher education in 2025. Bimser’s model sits neatly in that lane, giving universities a route to apply those trends with industry partners.
- AI and automation to scale services
- Low-code to reduce time to deploy
- Shared labs to speed research to market
- Training to upskill staff and students
The company has roots in academia—its HQ is in Kocaeli University Teknopark in Türkiye—and says it serves 2,500+ customers across 30+ countries, with offices in Türkiye, the USA and the UAE. That history helps when building joint projects with faculty and research offices.
Which countries are included in the first phase?
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and South Africa, with Europe to follow.
What accreditation frameworks does QDMS support?
AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA, ABET, ISO 21001, UAE CAA, KSA NCAAA, Qatar QNSA, and South Africa CHE.
Where can I meet Bimser during GITEX 2025?
Dubai World Trade Centre, 13–17 October 2025, Hall 1, Turkish Pavilion, Stand H1-D50.
