Aptec, an Ingram Micro company has announced it signed a distribution agreement with Acronis.

How an audit can shore up your security strategy
Information security audits are on the rise, as organisations look to not only bolster their security postures, but demonstrate their efforts to other parties such as regulators. We bring you some suggestions on how to conduct an effective security audit.

Cisco conducts university programmes in the UAE
Cisco has announced that it will be conducting a university outreach programme in the UAE to help prepare the next generation workforce.

Hybrid ops
Hybrid cloud implementations are becoming standard for companies building next-generation cloud applications. Here are three key questions that need to be considered to be able to run and manage database operations that support both environments.

BT to transform Panalpina’s communications infrastructure
BT has recently announced a contract with Panalpina to transform and manage its global communications infrastructure.

Powering up
With reports of around 2.5 quintillion bytes of data being created every day, organisations are now seeking ways to analyse, manage and store it. Software-defined storage (SDS) enables businesses to control storage infrastructures and offers flexibility to platforms among other aspects. Reseller ME explores how SDS can be more of a channel play.
Evolving rules of security
Harish Chib, Vice President Middle East and Africa, Sophos, shares insights on the way channel business in network and IT security is set to develop in the era of third platform technologies.
A new beginning
Reseller ME catches up with Khaled Alsaleh, Regional Director, HPE MEA Software, for a detailed discussion on the company’s plans post the split and how regional channel partners can differentiate their business through value-added offerings.

5 things you need to know about 5G
While it may still be years away, understanding how 5G will impact the enterprise now will help you plan accordingly. We bring you five points on how industry players can tap into the benefits of the technology.

The in-thing
In a world driven by as-a-service models, telco providers stand to suffer if they do not get their fair share of the services they provide. How can they differentiate themselves in terms of delivering Internet of Things infrastructure, and what hurdles must be overcome in this process?

Jeroen Wisse’s passion for guest satisfaction at Accor Hotels
With hotel experience across Europe, Asia and the Caribbean, hospitality is Jeroen Wisse’s passion. The Accor Hotels Middle East IT Director draws on experience from a series of regional management roles, and tells CNME about his love of blending technical expertise and hotel know-how to drive guest satisfaction.

A blueprint for transformation
On the sidelines of recently held Avaya Technology Forum, Jean Turgeon, Vice President & Chief Technologist, Software Defined Architecture(SDA/SDN), Worldwide Sales, Avaya, spoke to us about the evolution of digital enterprise and networking trends.

The Ex factor
With 775 branches worldwide, UAE Exchange is a cornerstone in the remittance market. Determined to deliver an enhanced customer experience and improved back-end operations, CFO Pradeep Kumar opted for fresh budgeting and accounting solutions to keep track of the $25 billion in salaries that is transferred annually through its channels.

HTC unveils HTC 10
The latest addition to the HTC phone family combines an enhanced camera with gold standard audio, bold new metal unibody design and great performance, according to the company.
Riverbed enhances partner programme
The company is investing in incentives over the coming year to help partners expand across three key areas: building an embedded solution and services programme, driving joint engagement, and accelerating repeatable revenue in the smaller enterprise and mid-markets.

The age of digital ecosystems
The regional IT industry is being driven by the increasing digitalisation, but don’t expect purse strings to loosen this year, says research firm Gartner at its annual CIO event.
Device42 inks distribution deal with Meta Byte Technologies
Under the agreement, Meta Byte Technologies will provide sales and support services in the Middle East and Africa region for Device42’s data centre management software solution.
Riverbed announces new EMEA VP for Channel Sales
Riverbed Technology has announced that Giovanni Di Filippo has joined the Company as Vice President Channel Sales for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).
eSentire showcases Active Threat Protection platform
Debuting for the first time this year, eSentire will be using the conference as a forum for connecting their cybersecurity services to potential customers and partners in the Middle East.

BT Security calls for cybersecurity re-think at GISEC
BT has announced that its CEO Mark Hughes will deliver a keynote speech focused on ‘National Cyber Security Transformation’ during the 30th March, 10:30am session of GISEC.