Dell is reportedly in talks to acquire enterprise storage company EMC, marking a new chapter in the PC maker’s history.
Seeing is believing
We caught up with Actifio’s MEA General Manager Grant Amos, who discusses the challenges his team face in the Middle …
Intel launches Silicon Oasis IoT lab
Intel and Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority have announced the inauguration of Intel’s Ignition Lab for the Internet of Things innovation for the MENA region.
Vintage tech: Punch cards
This month’s Vintage Tech features an object that we’re sure still gives many CIO’s nightmares, and others fond nostalgia.
Managerial mind
For Akshaya Gaur, technical acumen alone has never been enough to succeed in IT. The Mashreq Bank Chief Information Officer has garnered a wealth of international experience across innovative projects, but has never lost his love of getting the best from his teams.
Review: Sony Xperia M4 Aqua
James Dartnell takes Sony’s latest mid-range smartphone for a spin, and decides if the waterproof product sinks or swims.
Cisco releases cybersecurity report
Cisco has released its 2015 Midyear Security Report, which analyses threat intelligence and cybersecurity trends.
Healthy foundations
In any 21st Century industry, technology provides the foundations for operational efficiency, business agility and increased bottom line. However, in no sector are lives impacted more than in healthcare. Michele Rosso, Chief Financial Officer, Mediclinic Middle East, told CNME about the company’s partnership between IT and finance.
Prudent plans
The handling of IT projects is of paramount importance to the IT department and the business as a whole. How should CIOs engage other stakeholders and what KPIs need to be monitored to ensure a project reaches its full potential?
On the ball
SAP recently announced a deal to become the chief technology provider for City Football Group, the quartet of soccer clubs owned by Abu Dhabi United Group. The partnership aims to build on the success of English club Manchester City, and bring enhanced footballing operations, fan experiences and business administration to CFG.
Bad behaviour
Companies can spend untold funds on the latest security software, keep their firewalls and security infrastructure up-to-date, monitor networks, and employ the highest level of IT talent all in the name of security. However, it can all be rendered useless by one simple thing – employees choosing to ignore basic regulations.
Larger than life
In the age of mobility, omnipresent enterprise video communication is gaining prominence. We caught up with Andreas Wienold, Vice President, International, Lifesize, to discuss how the company is hoping to enhance its cloud and on-premise collaboration presence in the Middle East.
First class finance
From New York to Nairobi, Paris to Perth and Beijing to Buenos Aires, Emirates is internationally acclaimed as one of the world’s elite airlines – and one of its most powerful brands. James Dartnell sat down with the company’s Senior Vice President of Group Finance, Michael Doersam, to discuss the powerful bond between the firm’s Finance and IT divisions.
How Manchester City aim to change football with technology
SAP and Abu Dhabi-owned City Football Group (CFG) have announced a technology partnership that aims to transform the clubs footballing operations and fan experience.