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- Arab Sea Information Systems Company is a Saudi joint stock company specializing in the development and production of customized commercial and government software solutions, headquartered in Riyadh and founded in 1980. The company offers a suite of core products including the Saudi Administration & Accounting System SMACC, a management accounting program; SCRIBES System, an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system designed for medium and large enterprises; 3S POS System, a point-of-sale solution tailored for retail segments such as supermarkets, clothing, footwear, pharmacies, drug stores, and spare parts; and GIC, an electronic government warehouse and procurement management system. Additional offerings include the SMACC Pharmacy Management System and a Customs Clearance System for integrated customs management. Beyond software, Arab Sea provides consulting, planning, installation, customization, training services, managed communication and information network monitoring, cybersecurity solutions, and maintenance of IT hardware and storage devices. The company serves small, medium, and large businesses across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with a focus on commercial enterprises and government institutions.
In recent developments, Arab Sea Information Systems secured a significant contract worth SAR 11.8 million with King Abdulaziz University in 2025, reflecting an ongoing expansion into government and educational sectors. The company has also transitioned its stock from the Tadawul Parallel Market to the Tadawul Main Market, signaling a strategic move for broader capital market access. Financially, the company has experienced a gradual reduction in net losses over the first three quarters of 2025, symptomatic of operational tightening and strategic reorientation.
Arab Sea operates primarily within the information technology and services industry in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing software for business administration, government projects, and IT sector solutions throughout the region. The company maintains a partnership structure and a workforce size ranging between 51 and 200 employees. Its product and service portfolio covers a comprehensive range of IT solutions from enterprise software to hardware sales and maintenance, positioning Arab Sea as a key technology provider within Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation landscape.