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.
Brocade launches Workflow Composer
Brocade has announced that it will be bringing network automation to IT operations with Workflow Composer—a network automation platform that leverages StackStorm technology to enable cross-domain workflows.
Huawei, SamTech partner to transform regional transport sector
The MoU will see SamTech develop customised applications that integrate with Huawei’s connected-vehicle solution to improve public safety and comfort across all forms of transport including buses, taxis and heavy goods vehicles.
Huawei partners with SamTech
Huawei has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SamTech Middle East, a regional systems integrator specialising in smart vehicle tracking systems, to develop integrated solutions for the regional transport sector.
7 myths about the Bitcoin blockchain
There’s some confusion around what the Bitcoin blockchain can and can’t do. Gartner analysts list 7 common myths about the technology.
EMC survey reveals top IT challenges faced by businesses
EMC has recently revealed the results of a new UAE-based study, which exposed increasing concerns among business and IT leaders over the inadequacy of their current IT infrastructure and the skills of IT professionals as organisations plan to run a customer-focused business.
BT, Fortinet announce global partnership
BT and Fortinet have recently announced an agreement that will integrate Fortinet’s FortiGate enterprise firewalls into BT’s global portfolio of managed security services.
Huawei, interTouch partner to deliver solutions for hospitality
Huawei has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with interTouch, a premier integrated technology solutions provider to the global hospitality industry, to address growing ICT needs of the hospitality industry worldwide.
Palo Alto retains top position in Gartner Magic Quadrant
Palo Alto Networks has announced it has been recently positioned by Gartner in the leaders’ quadrant of the Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Network Firewalls for the fifth consecutive year.
Gartner releases report on cybersecurity in digital business
Gartner predicts that by 2020, 60 percent of digital businesses will suffer major service failures due to the inability of IT security teams to manage digital risk.
Fast Lane receives Microsoft Silver Learning Partner title
Fast Lane will now offer Microsoft’s complete certification training programme in Dubai. With customers transitioning into the cloud and adopting new technologies the company’s main focus will be on the cloud, Platform-as-a- Service and Infrastructure-as-a-Service offerings.
Dell enables ‘future-ready’ customers
Dell has recently confirmed its continued commitment to preparing UAE and EMEA customers for the future by providing them with compute-centric software-defined technology.
Tintri, StorIT to offer new scale-out storage platform in MENA
StorIT will help the vendor to distribute nine new Tintri VMstore T5000 all-flash models with capacity expansion capabilities, VM Scale-out software, Tintri Analytics and two new Tintri Cloud offerings across the region.
Ericsson takes part at Smart City Expo Istanbul
Ericsson has presented its latest solutions in the field of smart sustainable cities at the Smart City Expo Istanbul held on 1st to 3rd June at the Halic Congress Centre in Istanbul, Turkey.
Huawei, Dubai Police partner for safe city initiatives
Huawei has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Police that will see both parties collaborating on a long-term initiative to support the vision of Dubai in creating a smarter and safer city.
Gemalto wins accolade at 2016 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards
The firm’s SafeNet Authentication Service was voted ‘Best Multi-Factor Authentication Service’ by the 300,000 member LinkedIn Information Security Community.
STME increases offerings with Veritas Technologies
STME has signed a new partnership agreement with Veritas Technologies to provide clients in the Middle East with the company’s NetBackup solutions for backup and recovery.
Decent proposals
Purchasing new products and solutions can take a lot of time, effort and, of course, money. Chakra DeValla, CEO, tekVizion, shares insights on how organisations can optimise the RFP process.
Microsoft CEO explores opportunities in India
Microsoft’s CEO Satya Nadella is currently visiting India, to look into the growing potential of the country as a market for multinational technology companies.
Cisco honours top performing partners in the UAE
Cisco has recently recognised twenty top performing partners in the UAE in recognition for their outstanding performance in 2015 across several categories.