BlackLine, Inc., in partnership with Google Cloud Platform, has launched a new cloud region in Saudi Arabia to support local enterprises with AI-driven financial operations. This strategic expansion allows organizations in the Kingdom to access BlackLine’s advanced platform while adhering to local data residency and security requirements.
The new cloud deployment provides a secure, locally hosted environment that ensures lower latency for users. It complies with the National Cybersecurity Authority’s Essential Cybersecurity Controls and Cloud Cyber Security Controls, which are essential for companies operating in Saudi Arabia. As a result, organizations can now utilize BlackLine’s unified and AI-powered financial operations platform while keeping their data within the region.
Saudi Arabia is undergoing significant economic diversification and modernization efforts, prompting businesses to seek more efficient and data-driven operations. BlackLine’s expansion positions it to closely partner with local enterprises, delivering critical tools that enhance trust, control, and visibility in their financial processes.
Strengthening Local Partnerships
BlackLine’s growth in Saudi Arabia is supported by a robust partner ecosystem, including key players such as SAP, EY, and Deloitte, all of which have a strong local presence. While BlackLine’s platform is designed to be ERP-agnostic, it is offered as an SAP Solution Extension, aligning with SAP’s commitment to the region and enhancing the implementation support available to clients.
Owen Ryan, CEO of BlackLine, stated, “Expanding our regional availability ensures we can support customers wherever they operate, particularly in markets with stringent data residency requirements.” This deployment reflects BlackLine’s commitment to delivering secure, intelligent, and future-ready financial operations for organizations worldwide.
AI-Driven Solutions for Financial Operations
BlackLine’s offerings include the Studio360 platform and Verity, its comprehensive AI suite. These tools are designed to help finance and accounting teams unify data, automate complex processes, and orchestrate workflows, providing real-time visibility across mission-critical operations.
Philippe Omer-Decugis, Senior Vice President and General Manager for EMEA at BlackLine, emphasized the company’s focus on customer success in the Middle East. He remarked, “By providing a local platform and working closely with our partners in Saudi Arabia, we can offer a new level of support to organizations in the Kingdom as they modernize their finance and accounting operations.”
As BlackLine continues to expand its reach, the partnership with Google Cloud marks a significant milestone, enabling the company to support the evolving needs of Saudi enterprises amidst a transformative economic landscape.
