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3 Must-Have Apps That Make Life Easier at KAUST!

24 July, 2025

 

Ever feel like you’re juggling too many tasks and wish there was an easy way to simplify your daily routine at KAUST? Good news—there is! We're here to introduce three fantastic apps on the KAUST Portal designed to streamline your day and boost your productivity.

1. HR Connect (Success Factors): Your Personal HR Companion

Imagine effortlessly accessing your pay statements, quickly checking who’s available or on leave, and easily navigating through organizational charts. With HR Connect, powered by Success Factors, you can do all this and more! Plus, requesting leave or setting up flexible working arrangements is now just a few taps away.

Get it on iOS | Get it on Android

2. Concur: Stress-Free Travel and Expenses

Tired of the headache that comes with travel requests and expense claims? Concur makes handling academic or business-related expenses a breeze. Easily submit your expenses, manage and approve travel requests, and keep track of everything in real-time—all from one handy app.

Get it on iOS | Get it on Android

3. Business Apps (SAP Mobile Start): Your Gateway to KAUST Services

Need to quickly book a conference room, arrange transportation, or check your IT equipment status? Business Apps is your one-stop-shop for numerous KAUST departmental services. Whether it's managing your phone bills, setting up a VPN, or requesting a service account, SAP Mobile Start has you covered.

Get it on iOS | Get it on Android

Quick & Easy Setup

Ready to get started? We've created a simple and straightforward KAUST Portal Mobile Applications Setup Guide to help you install these apps and start using them with your KAUST credentials.


So what are you waiting for? Check out these fantastic apps today on the KAUST Portal, and simplify the way you manage work and life at KAUST!