Epicor Software Corporation has announced its new cloud-first strategy for Epicor ERP deployments in the region.
5 things you should know about blockchain
Blockchain technology backs up Bitcoin to this day. In line with this, there’s been an increased interest from a variety of industries looking to optimise it. But how much do we really know about this technology?
Google acquires Orbitera
Google has acquired Orbitera, a start-up that aims to make it easier for software vendors to sell cloud-based products to businesses.
Uber is investing $500M in alternative to current maps
Uber wants more information from mapping technologies, including more data on traffic patterns and precise pickup and drop-off locations.
Xiaomi enters the laptop market
China’s Xiaomi has entered the laptop market with the release of its new notebook, Mi Notebook Air, which runs Microsoft’s Windows 10.
Sage lays out its vision
The cloud accounting software vendor, Sage has announced its strong commitment to future technologies, with a focus on new and …
Keeping up with the trends
Marco Landi, president, EMEA, Polycom, discusses the changing purchasing trends in the IT industry and shares insights on how Middle East vendors can keep up with the shift.
Samsung signs Gulf Islands Group as UAE distributor
Samsung has appointed Gulf Islands Group as the official distributor of its office automation services in the United Arab Emirates.
Veeam Availability Suite 9.5 to integrate Windows Server 2016
Veeam Software has announced that the new Veeam Availability Suite 9.5, available later this year, will fully integrate with Windows Server 2016 and Hyper-V technologies used in the data centre.
Red Hat expands public cloud management platform
Red Hat has announced the general availability of Red Hat CloudForms 4.1, the latest version of its open hybrid cloud management solution.
Ransomware: The great white shark of malware
Right now, ransomware is the great white shark of cyber-attacks, the most feared malware of all, and both corporate and home users are running scared.
Trend Micro helps customers fend off ransomware attacks
Recognising the growth and impact of ransomware, Trend Micro, has taken new approaches to helping customers defend against ransomware with new offerings.
Dell sells software division ahead of EMC deal completion
Dell has confirmed plans to sell its software division, including Quest Software and SonicWall, as the tech giant continues to sell assets ahead of its upcoming acquisition of EMC.
Maximum security
The seventh annual Enterprise Security 360 Roadshow took place last month, reaching Riyadh, Dubai and Doha, the show covered a variety of issues surrounding the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. Security Advisor ME reports from the UAE leg of the show.
A cloudy forecast
The forecast for unified communications in the cloud seems bright with clear skies ahead. Alan Shen, Vice President of Consulting Services, Unify Square, weighs in on the benefits and pitfalls of UC in the cloud.
Data curators
On a recent visit to the UAE, SAP CEO Bill McDermott told James Dartnell about the company’s plans to build a data centre in Dubai, with the possibility of an additional site in Riyadh.
FireEye study: Cyberattacks on the rise across the GCC region
A FireEye study has revealed key insights on the state of cyber-attacks across the EMEA region, particularly in the countries of the GCC. It also showed that the government, energy and finance sectors subjected to the most attacks.
Cyber vigilant
Luke Brown, GM and VP EMEA, India and LATAM, Digital Guardian, shares expert insights on protecting your business from cybercrimes.
National Paints deploys IFS solutions
IFS has announced that National Paints has chosen to implement IFS Applications 9 and IFS Managed Cloud on Microsoft Azure to replace its existing enterprise systems with a single solution.
Channel celebrities honoured at Partner Excellence Awards 2016
Reseller Middle East celebrated the seventh edition of its annual Partner Excellence Awards, at Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai. It featured a red carpet and VIP reception for IT channel luminaries, all in true Oscars-style.