Microsoft officially launched Windows Server 2012 in Dubai, describing it as a cornerstone of the Cloud OS that provides customers with a modern platform for the world’s applications.

Clear skies ahead or a storm brewing?
In the month that CNME conducts Cloud Congress 2012, Ben Rossi brings together thoughts and perspectives from regional end-users and …

Building from the cloud up, Windows Server 2012 launch
Microsoft officially launched Windows Server 2012 today in Dubai, describing it as a cornerstone of the Cloud OS that …

HP expands cloud portfolio
HP today announced it is expanding its Converged Cloud portfolio with joint HP and Microsoft solutions that aim to simplify …

Clouded with uncertainty
The migration of enterprise applications to cloud infrastructure is becoming more and more of an inevitability. But whilst private cloud …
Nexans to showcase LAN cabling systems at GITEX 2012
Nexans has announced that it is participating in GITEX Technology Week 2012 with distributor, Mindware to promote its LAN cabling systems and to strengthen its regional network by meeting its existing and potential customers and partners

Nexans poised to sharpen regional network at GITEX
Global cabling solutions company Nexans will arrive at GITEX next month alongside its distributor, Mindware to promote its LAN cabling …
GITEX preview: Cisco
Cisco will be located at the Zabeel Hall, GulfComms, stand number Z-B30.

Quadrupling broadband speed can boost GDP above $8bn
Quadrupling the speed of broadband in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) could boost the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by …

EMC issues ‘business war cry’ for big data future
Said Akar, District Manager, EMC, declared a ‘business war cry’ at today’s EMC Day 2012 event, urging enterprises to prepare …
GBM appoints new lead for Kuwait
Gulf Business Machines (GBM) today announced the appointment of Piero Corsini as country GM for Khorafi Business Machines, GBM’s Kuwait branch. Corsini will be responsible for handling client relations in Kuwait, further developing the skill levels of employees as well as focusing on business growth.

LG releases new line of docking speakers
LG today showcased its new line-up of docking speakers at IFA 2012: ND8520, ND5520, ND4520 and ND1520. By offering a …

Sony re-brands MEA headquarters
Sony today announced the renaming of its regional headquarters Sony Gulf to ‘Sony Middle East and Africa FZE’. The name …
Greener pastures
Green IT investments go deeper than energy efficiencies; they root down to investments in training and education to gain mindshare to reap any significant benefits. Industry experts tell us exactly how these investments are shaping up in the region.

A different beat
Regional system integrator Gulf Business Machines is transforming its networking business with a focus on four emerging technologies. GBM’s networking business, …
Kill timer found in malware suggests connection to Saudi Aramco attack
A timer found in the Shamoon cyber-sabotage malware discovered last week matches the exact time and date when a hacktivist …
Women of the channel- The passionate workaholic
Soussane Chartouny, marketing manager, Turkey, Emerging Africa and Middle East at EMC
Cloud Confex 2012 set be to bigger and better
GITEX Technology Week 2012 will host Cloud Confex under the theme “Business Innovation through Cloud Computing – From Hype to a Must-Have Service Model”.

Right time for face time
High-quality business video conferencing is moving beyond corporate rooms to mobile devices and the cloud, forcing many enterprises to rethink …
Women of the channel- The dreamer
Simran Chabbra, Gulf distribution manager at Microsoft