Evanssion, a regional value added distributor for cloud transformation and information security solutions, has signed a distribution agreement with Avi Networks, a vendor in next-generation Application Delivery Controllers (ADCs).

Gemalto, Jasper partner to simplify IoT services
Gemalto has signed a partnership agreement with Jasper to simplify global deployment of IoT devices and services through on-demand subscription management.

Nokia launches data centre and cloud transformation services
Nokia is expanding its cloud wise services portfolio with the launch of three professional services, helping operators transform to the telco cloud and implement a data centre infrastructure to run their cloud-based enterprise and telco functions.

Huawei unveils digital transformation initiatives
Huawei has unveiled its five ‘Big Initiatives’ for the telecom industry to accelerate its digital transformation.

HPE ArcSight DNS Malware Analytics
HPE ArcSight DNS Malware Analytics, a security analytics solution, detects malware-infected hosts and endpoints—servers, desktops, mobile devices—rapidly with high fidelity.

Cisco introduces Firepower NGFW
Cisco has introduced its new threat-focused Cisco Firepower Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) which marks a significant departure from the focus of legacy NGFWs on application control.
Ingram Micro to be acquired by China-based Tianjin Tianhai
Tianjin Tianhai will acquire Ingram Micro for $38.90 per share in an all-cash transaction with an equity value of approximately $6.0 billion.
Exclusive Group announces 2015 financial results
Exclusive Group has announced an underlying organic growth of 31 percent and total pro forma annualised revenues of EUR 1.04 billion for 2015.

EMC, VMware introduce hyper-converged appliance
EMC and VMware announced the new VCE VxRail Appliance family, the only integrated and jointly engineered hyper-converged infrastructure appliances (HCIA) for VMware environments.

Looking ahead
Wael El Kabbany, Vice President, Middle East, North Africa and Eastern Mediterranean, shares his predictions about the technology landscape in 2016.
Enabling digital economy
Regional organisations are looking to upgrade their infrastructures and processes to the digital era as emerging technologies are increasingly gaining popularity across both large and smaller enterprises. Reseller ME finds out how channel partners can play a vital role in this transformation.
Epicor announces new Regional VP of MEA and India
Epicor Software Corporation has announced the appointment of Colin Summers as its new Regional Vice President for its operations across the Middle East, Africa and India.
Betting on education
Richard Brown, Director EMEA Channels and Alliances, Arbor Networks, urges resellers to enhance their skillset to be the preferred partners to customers.

The digital customer
The face of the telecom customer is changing. Our smartphone obsession has long since transformed our devices from a simple means of communication, to an irreplaceable machine that takes care of our every need.

Vintage tech: Motorola Razr series
Released in 2004, the Motorola Razr was widely considered to be the start of a new trend in mobile devices – the era of the flip phone.
Avaya announces new EMEA and APAC Head of Networking
Avaya has announced the appointment of Maan Al-Shakarchi as the Head of Networking in Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Asia-Pacific.

Review: BlackBerry Priv
This Android-powered BlackBerry device is an ideal phone for security-conscious business users, but its price tag could be a dampener.

Consultative approach
Reseller ME investigates the opportunities for channel partners in the region’s move to desktop virtualisation and how they can aspire to the role of a trusted advisor.
Oracle debuts four-tier cloud-focused partner programme
Oracle has unveiled a new Oracle Partner Network (OPN) Cloud Programme to help partners accelerate the growth of their Oracle Cloud business by providing them with technical and go-to-market support.

du, SAP launch cloud services in the UAE
During the World Government Summit held recently, du and SAP signed a strategic partnership agreement that will enable UAE government enterprises gain access to smart applications in 2016.