Lahore: Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), has closed a key partnership with Odoo Middle East DMCC. Odoo is an integrated software package that includes CRM, accounting, inventory and other software for more efficient operations, providing digital transformation services and supporting the growth of small and large companies. This MoU marks an important milestone in driving innovation in NSIT’s CBD, Pakistan’s premier IT hub.
Under the dynamic leadership of the Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, the Punjab government has assured the prestigious NSIT Kota project of the Punjab CBD. NSIT City is envisioned to provide critical educational infrastructure and create an enabling ecosystem to drive innovation and technological growth in the region.
Through this partnership, CBD Punjab will facilitate Odoo’s entry into the local market using the NSIT platform. The collaboration between CBD Punjab and Odoo mutually supports the identification and implementation of business opportunities in Punjab.
The partnership was officially signed by Imran Amin, CEO of Punjab CBD and Khalid Khan, Manager of Odoo Pakistan, underlining the commitment of both organizations to develop technological capabilities in Punjab. The Signing Ceremony was attended by Ali Ali Waqar Shah, Director of Development, CBD Punjab, Waseem Siddique, Director of Marketing, CBD Punjab; Asif Iqbal, Director, Project Management, CBD Punjab, Sameer Aftab Sial, Director of architecture & Planning, CBD Punjab and Odoo Pakistan and other senior staff.
As Pakistan begins its digitization journey with the launch of NSIT as an IT and education hub, Odoo extends its support as a transformation partner through strategic public-private partnerships.
Commenting on the signing ceremony, CBD Punjab said, “This partnership is an important milestone in our efforts to drive technological innovation and economic growth in Punjab. Leveraging Odoo’s expertise and strong infrastructure at NSIT, we aim to create a thriving ecosystem for businesses to thrive.”
Khalid Khan, Manager of Odoo Pakistan, shared his optimism, “We are excited about the opportunity this partnership creates to expand Odoo’s footprint in Pakistan and especially in Punjab. Together with CBD Punjab, we want to empower businesses and drive digital transformation in various industries.”
This strategic partnership between PCBDDA and Odoo Middle East DMCC demonstrates a shared commitment to promote innovation, technology and economic growth in Pakistan, paving the way for a bright and digitally empowered future.