Innovation

Their business innovation is the many tools Kawader uses to plan their projects to create positive, sustainable changes within their community. The one approach that Kawader uses to make one of these changes is the use of road lighting. Kawader uses environmental studies to measure their impact on the environment before they put in the new lights. This attention to detail allows Kawader to measure their environmental impact before starting a project. The innovation of Kawader, which uses detailed planning in each and every one of its projects, relates to UN SDG number eleven, sustainable cities and communities. This is connected to what Kawader does every day because they utilize resources like land and the future of that land even after the project has been completed.

Performing all these environmental tests before starting a project ensures that the environment will not be negatively impacted. In a world where natural resources are becoming harder to come by, it is essential to focus on allocating them and ensure that nothing is being wasted. The planning also allows Kawader to ensure they are building something that will last a long time and will not need to be rebuilt within a few years. Kawader can do this because it takes the time to ensure all its stakeholders are satisfied when it begins a project. 

Inspiration

The leader shared the company’s mission statement, which provided sound reasoning for their innovation and why it supports their business. The firm prides itself on training engineers in Saudi Arabia and ensuring they have the skill set to succeed in various projects. Kawader’s dedication to training has exceeded its current project needs; it is a long-term commitment to growing the future of the engineering industry in Saudi Arabia.

The owner emphasized their commitment by giving a notable quote from a client, “I want to create a hospitality area outside my villa, and I could’ve chosen any firm, but I chose to come to you because you provide unique ideas and innovative solutions.” This statement not only highlights clients’ trust in Kawader but also describes the innovation that Kawader provides and how they can make an impact and create sustainable buildings within Saudi Arabia.

Additionally, the leader brought up another area of inspiration for them, being able to act as a liaison for Saudi Arabian governments who needed help from specialized firms from other countries. They play an essential role in bringing international innovation to meet the needs of local communities, which strengthens their service offerings and contributes to the overall advancement of Saudi Arabia. 

Overall impact

The overall impact of their innovative business practices has enabled them to participate in construction projects throughout Saudi Arabia. The long-term effects can be summarized from the Ehkaam project. This project was released from the Saudi government and dealt with undocumented lands without official deeds. Kawader took on the project and collaborated with Ehkaam. Kawader used this opportunity to deal with 13,000 cases, which generated around 9 million Saudi Riyals in revenue. This is in alignment with SDG eleven and the Saudi Arabia Vision 2030, a project created to better the economy in Saudi Arabia. This would diversify their economy and allow for more growth in areas where they currently need more support.

The short-term impact of their innovation is creating better engineers by giving them the proper training and allowing them unique experiences. In addition, another shorter-term impact Kawader is having is developing accessible buildings in their community to enable movement and equal opportunity for all. These smaller projects are still making an impact within Saudi Arabia and benefiting people daily, even though they may not be on the same scale as the larger projects that generate more firm revenue.  

Business benefit

Kawader’s innovation has positioned them in a manner that has benefited the business in many ways. Through their offerings of unique and creative solutions, they have been able to build immense trust with their clients and community. Their strong public perception of being able to provide creative and innovative ideas has created a competitive edge, facilitating them to becoming the favored choice over competitors.

Furthermore, Kawader’s thriving business is partly due to its focus on building up its employees through continuous training and exposure to unique work. This key aspect of their operation has not only contributed to increasing the skill set of their employees but has also increased their employee retention, as investing in your team creates an environment where people feel more valued. Their passion to continuously grow the skill set of their employees aligns them with SDG eight, providing decent work and economic growth by focusing on bettering the engineering profession in Saudi Arabia. 

By utilizing innovative practices with modern technologies, the firm can attract talented specialized individuals from around the world to increase its business offerings and uniquely position itself in its industry. For example, they were tasked directly by the government to conduct a light study for a particular area, and they were able to source specialized engineers from Europe to meet the special needs of this project. This showcases how their focus on building their employees has transformed into creating amazing business opportunities for them as they can meet needs that can’t be met in the market they operate in.   

Social and environmental benefit

Kawader’s operations have brought numerous benefits to society and the environment through sustainable planning. Their help for the Vision 2030 project in Saudi Arabia is a primary example. This project is focused on SDG eleven, sustainable cities and communities. This aligns perfectly with the company’s vision and its innovation of planning through the use of sustainable techniques. The main way that Kawader has helped Saudi Arabia achieve its Vision 2030 is through the Ehkaam project. Kawader has assisted over 13,000 cases and allowed them to make a significant amount of revenue while benefiting the economy of Saudi Arabia for many years to come.

 The main way that Kawader has benefitted the environment is through its environmental studies. This is something that Kawader has implemented in each one of their projects and has had a significant impact on the ecological environment. Kawader takes the time to identify the potential effects of construction efforts and how they will affect the local ecosystems. This allows them to prevent damage while enabling projects that maintain natural habitats. Kawader has also emphasized utilizing modern technology in its construction projects to limit damage and minimize its ecological footprint.

Interview

Eng. Fares Al Fares, Founder of Kawader