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Connect | MENA // DCD>Debate: Is local manufacturing key to resilient supply chains across this region?

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  • Management & Operations
  • Data Center Construction
  • Open Session

Speakers

Scott McCarry

Head of Procurement, Pure Data Centres Group

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Scott McCarry

Head of Procurement, Pure Data Centres Group

Scott is the Head of Procurement for Pure Data Centres, where he is responsible for developing and implementing equipment supply chains across Pure’s global fleet of data centre construction projects. Working exclusively in the data centre industry since 2012 delivering projects across the Middle East, Europe and Asia; Scott has developed a deep understanding of the supply chain value, associated risks, challenges and economics.

Scott possesses a degree in Quantity Surveying from Edinburgh Napier University and has a background in the commercial management and procurement of global hyperscale data centre projects

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Marynet Bassily

Director and Founder, MissionProcure | Grezya Partner

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Marynet Bassily

Director and Founder, MissionProcure | Grezya Partner

Marynet Bassily is a seasoned supply chain expert leading MissionProcure, a consultancy specialising in data centre supply chains. With over two decades of experience, she builds resilient, secure, and high-performing supply chains. Her in-depth industry knowledge and expertise in risk mitigation, vendor management, and data analytics deliver exceptional value.

Marynet drives multi-million-pound initiatives and forges global partnerships. She offers tailored strategic consulting, vendor connections, and supply chain optimisation to address data centre challenges. With a proven track record of delivering results, she optimises procurement processes and strengthens supply chains.

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Abhishek Bardhan

Global Vice President, Data Centers, Exyte

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Abhishek Bardhan

Global Vice President, Data Centers, Exyte

Abhishek Bardhan is the Global Vice President, Data Centers at Exyte, leading strategy, acquisitions, technology, and development of data center programs globally. With over two decades of global experience developing, engineering and constructing mission critical facilities with billions in CapEx value, Abhishek has been involved in building the backbone of the digital world across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. His broad industry experience in mission critical and digital infrastructure, his global mindset along with his technical and business leadership skills allows him to analyze customers’ business objectives and provide solutions to help overcome complex challenges. He is a speaker and contributor at various industry events and industry bodies like ASHRAE, AFCOM, 7x24 Exchange and Infrastructure Masons. Abhishek completed his Post Graduate education in Leadership & Management from the Wharton School of Business and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering. He is on a mission to ‘Bringing the Future of Technology to Life’ by building digital infrastructure brick by pixelated brick!

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One hurdle that can harm the growth of MENA’s data center industry is that critical supply chain challenges can be overreliant on long lead times and overseas shipping to come close to demand. Perhaps this would not be so bad, if we had not seen how vulnerable global supply chains have been since 2020.

Perhaps the need for local manufacturing hubs has become self-evident - particularly in Saudi Arabia, where government support and low electricity costs create an ideal environment. Moreover, as edge computing drives decentralization, companies must collaborate across complex supply networks while leveraging AI-driven analytics for accurate forecasting. Can MENA embrace a proactive approach to resilient and sustainable supply chains, or will geopolitical uncertainties and traditional practices hinder progress? Can this industry shift to more agile procurement strategies and localized production in order to meet increasing demand?

Held under Chatham House Rule, DCD>Debates are open discussions led by a panel of experts, on the biggest issues to face the industry.