NTT Data, an IT service and consulting company and part of NTT Group, has announced the appointment of Muhannad Khattab as Country Manager for the United Arab Emirates.
With over 20 years of experience in digital infrastructure, IT sales, cybersecurity, and AI solutions, Muhannad is a seasoned technology executive. Prior to joining NTT DATA, he held senior leadership roles at Gulf Business Machines (GBM), most recently serving as Director of Technology in the UAE.
Burcak Soydan, Managing Executive for the Middle East at NTT DATA, said, “We are delighted to welcome Muhannad Khattab to our Middle East leadership team. His deep understanding of the UAE ICT sector, coupled with his proven track record in delivering large-scale technology advancement projects and building high-performance teams, will be a significant asset to our regional growth.”
Muhannad Khattab said, “I am honored to join NTT DATA at such an exciting time, as we continue to expand our technology and service capabilities in the UAE. I look forward to working closely with our talented team, partners, and clients to drive innovation, deliver impactful results, and align with the UAE’s vision to be among the world’s most advanced digital economies. The country’s ambitious ICT agenda, spanning artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud adoption, and smart city innovation, sets a powerful stage for NTT DATA to contribute meaningfully to its journey, positioning the UAE as a global hub for next-generation technologies and future-ready talent.”

