For an IT decision-maker, Sebastian Samuel’s values are somewhat polarised. The AW Rostamani Group CIO is determined to be at the fore of digital and business-driving projects, but retains a soft spot for all things green…
A matter of security
Having ramped up quickly since its inception, the UAE-based cybersecurity player DarkMatter is gearing up to lead the regional security market, armed with security pros and a diverse range of services. Faisal Al Bannai, CEO of DarkMatter, talks about the company’s customer-centric action plan.
Think SS expands services into GRC consulting
Think Software Services (Think SS) has announced the expansion of its services into IT governance, risk and compliance consulting through a new vertical called Think Consulting.
Exclusive strategies
Reseller ME sits down with the recently appointed Managing Director of Exclusive Networks ME, Nathan Clements to learn more about company developments and plans for the year.
Ericsson ConsumerLab: Personal safety to drive wearables market
According to the latest Ericsson ConsumerLab report, titled “Wearable technology and the internet of things”, six in 10 smartphone users state that wearables have uses beyond health and wellness.
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.
Smart Dubai Office, DHA discuss Smart City initiatives
The Smart Dubai City Office (SDO) has recently organised a meeting in Dubai Health Authority (DHA), to discuss the emirate’s on-going efforts and strategies toward becoming as a Smart City.
Combatting ransomware
Alain Penel, Regional Vice President, Middle East, Fortinet, discusses 10 steps for protecting your organisation from ransomware.
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.
R&M, FNT collaborate for data centre cable management
Reichle & De-Massari (R&M) and FNT Software has unveiled their joint solution for data centre cable management.
NetScout unveils new handheld wireless network tester solution
This new product is available through the company’s recently launched CONNECT360 global channel partner programme, and includes important enhancements built for using the increasingly adopted 802.11ac.
Canon Emirates signs its 100th MPS contract in the UAE
Canon Emirates (CE), a subsidiary of Canon Middle East, has recently celebrated the signing of its 100th Managed Print Service (MPS) contract in the UAE.
DevOps and deviance
Peter Waterhouse, Senior Strategist, CA Technologies, discusses the ‘normalisation of deviance’ phenomena among IT teams.
AVIVO Group’s NSN Murthy relishes the chance to team-build
After moving to Dubai in 2013, NSN Murthy is thriving in his new role. Armed with a passion for compliance and watertight IT security, AVIVO Group’s IT head is now relishing the opportunity to build a formidable tech team.
Cutting security budget corners
Security pros provide advice on where to focus your efforts when money is unexpectedly short on supply
Kodak Alaris appoints new president
Kodak Alaris has appointed Rick Costanzo as the new President and General Manager of the company’s Information Management (IM) division.
GITEX 2016 launches new startup movement
GITEX Technology Week will launch and host GITEX Startup Movement, a startup gathering which will host over companies from 30 countries, bringing together entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, mentors and buyers for the first time in Dubai.
Gartner research puts spotlight on global IoT security spending
According to the latest research by Gartner, worldwide spending on Internet of Things (IoT) security will reach $348 million in 2016, a 23.7 percent increase from 2015 spending of $281.5 million.
The evolution of the workspace
Marco Landi, Polycom President, EMEA, discusses how today’s workspace is evolving in terms of the adoption of unified communications and consumer solutions.
DCG hosts networking evening for channel players
Dubai Computer Group (DCG) Dubai, together with Newcom Computer Systems, has recently hosted a networking evening at the Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel, Dubai.