Benha University Launched 4 New Digital Platforms via "Bidaya" to Support Digital Transformation and Sustainable Development

Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, announced the launch of four new digital platforms through Bidaya, a company wholly owned by the university, as part of the university's strategy for digital transformation and the development of educational, research, and community services, supporting sustainable development goals.
The new platforms include:
1. "Takaful" Platform for social care.
2. "Jusoor" Platform to connect the university with industry.
3. "Practical Education and Field Training" Platform.
4. "Athar" Platform for carbon neutrality.
These platforms aim to enhance the use of modern technology in developing university services, improving institutional performance, and expanding the utilization of the university's capabilities and expertise.
Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy stated that the launch of these four platforms reflects the university's vision of building an integrated digital system that aligns with Egypt's digital transformation initiatives, improves the quality of services provided to students, faculty members, and the community, and enhances the university's role in supporting development and innovation.
He explained that the "Bidaya - Takaful" platform aims to automate social care services provided to students, facilitating the application process for various support services, which contributes to speeding up procedures, enhancing transparency, and ensuring that support reaches those who deserve it.
Prof. El-Gizawy added that the "Bidaya - Jusoor" platform represents an important step toward enhancing collaboration between the university and the industrial sector and the business community by providing research outputs, innovations, and applicable investment projects, linking researchers with industrial institutions. This supports the transformation of scientific research results into practical applications and economic value that contribute to national development.
Regarding the Practical Education and Field Training platform, the President indicated that it aims to develop the practical training system for students by managing and monitoring training programs electronically, achieving integration between the university's faculties and hosting entities, which contributes to enhancing students' practical skills and improving graduates' readiness for labor market requirements.
Concerning the "Bidaya - Athar" platform for carbon neutrality, Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy confirmed that it reflects the university's commitment to supporting environmental sustainability and promoting a climate action culture. It aims to measure carbon footprints, monitor emissions, and assist in preparing necessary plans and initiatives to reduce them, supporting the university's efforts to achieve a green campus and enhance its contribution to sustainable development goals.
He added that the platform will raise environmental awareness among students and university affiliates, support studies and projects related to sustainability and climate change, and provide specialized services and consultations for institutions wishing to measure and manage their carbon footprint.
The IT sector at Bidaya emphasized that the new platforms represent a model of integrated digital transformation that combines social, educational, economic, and environmental dimensions, supporting communication between the university, the community, and the industrial sector, and contributing to the development of services provided to beneficiaries.
The launch of these four platforms is part of Benha University's efforts to expand the scope of digital services, establish a culture of innovation and sustainability, and enhance its role in building a knowledge economy, aligning with Egypt's sustainable development vision.