The Journey So Far: 2010-2020
It has been quite a decade for businessgateways!
2010
Inception of businessgateways
businessgateways is driven by techno-innovation in the implementation of strategic IT projects that connect People, Businesses, Industries & Nations.
2011
Launch of National Business Framework
The National Business Framework (NBF) is a 'B2B stimulation' platform encouraging business connectivity across geographical borders.
2014
Launch of Joint Supplier Registration System
The Ministry of Energy and Minerals announced the commencement of the Supplier Registration to the Joint Supplier Registration System (JSRS).
2016
Received the Silver Award for the Best Oman Website
At the Oman Tech Awards 2016, businessgateways bagged the Silver award under the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical category.
2016
PDO launches LCC Certification on JSRS
Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) launched its Local Community Contractors (LCC) Certification as a 'Special Status' within JSRS Certification.
2016
ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Certified
businessgateways is ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Certified, an internationally recognised standard, ensuring quality through an effective Information Security Management System.
2017
The Launch of globeconnect
globeconnect (previously known as Connect_Oman) is a B2B Fostering platform, enhancing engagement and interactions between Oman and other Nations.
2018
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
businessgateways is ISO 9001:2015 Certified, an internationally recognised standard, ensuring quality through an effective Quality Management System.
2018
Launch of National Subsidy System for Oman
The National Subsidy System (NSS), operated by businessgateways, is a national citizen services network enabling and tracking fuel subsidy on behalf of the Government of Oman.
2018
We launched Contracts Management System on JSRS
JSRS Contracts Management System (JSRS CMS), supports the contract award process and helps Oman's Operators & Buyers to monitor their supply chain, in an efficient and transparent manner.
2019
Launch of The Stage
We launched The Stage, an online Knowledge-Sharing platform that brings the JSRS Supplier Community together.
2019
Launch of SEZD e-Tendering Portal on JSRS
The Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZD) launched the SEZD e-Tendering Portal system and Certification mechanism on the JSRS.
2019
Madayn signs MoU with businessgateways
MoU was signed between businessgateways and Madayn to launch their Supplier Certification on JSRS.
2019
Occidental of Oman launches LCC Certification on JSRS
Occidental of Oman (OXY) launched its Local Community Contractors (LCC) Certification as a 'Special Status' within JSRS Certification.
2019
Duqm Refinery launches LCC Certification on JSRS
Duqm Refinery and Petrochemical Industries Company (DRPIC) launched the Local Community Contractors (LCC) Certification as a 'Special Status' within JSRS Certification.
2019
We won the 'Excellence in In-Country Value (ICV)' Award
businessgateways is the proud recipient of the 'Excellence in In-Country Value (ICV)' Award at the Oman OER Supply Chain Conference, 2019.
2019
We launched a standalone eAuction portal
bidproc, a fully outsourced eAuction platform, enabling organisations to dispose/purchase assets in a transparent & compliant environment.
2019
We were the key enablers of foreign investment into the Sultanate
We developed the Invest in Oman portal, the official investment marketing initiative, on behalf of ITHRAA.
2020
Madayn Issues Supplier Certification Mandate
Madayn launched its Supplier Certification on the JSRS and mandated their suppliers to obtain the JSRS and Madayn Certificate.
We made it this far, thanks to you!
This year has been tough with the COVID-19 pandemic, but we chose to look on the bright side, focus on the positives and be grateful for where we stand, knowing all too well that we wouldn’t have done this without you.
Special thanks to the Government of Oman for the support and trust placed in us.
Thank you for being our valued customers. We wish to continue creating and enabling technology that brings nations, industries, businesses, and people together.