Kanpeki supported an RDI authority in designing a comprehensive program to provide local researchers with access to HPCs, aiming to advance RDI activities, drive growth in breakthrough concepts, and support Saudi Missions
Approach
Draft an outline of a digital grants program
Conduct a comprehensive needs assessment through market research and expert interviews to evaluate the demand for HPC in Saudi Arabia
Benchmark global practices
Propose a two-phase high-level outline
Analyze vendor capabilities and interview domain experts
Develop governance models for Phase 01
Build cost models, incorporating both operational and financial feasibility
Draft an RFP for Phase 01 to secure cloud HPC services and outline the technical requirements, timelines, and operational expectations
Create content for the call for applications
Develop instructions for creating an application platform to simplify access for researchers