Epicor Software Corporation has announced its new cloud-first strategy for Epicor ERP deployments in the region.
HPE’s cloud chief is leaving the company
The head of Hewlett-Packard Enterprise’s cloud team is leaving the company in a reorg that will also see the creation of a new cloud division.
Microsoft adds Office 365 cloud updates
Microsoft has unveiled a new set of cloud-powered services in Office apps.
Oracle buys cloud software company NetSuite
Oracle has recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire NetSuite. The transaction is valued at $109.00 per share in cash, or approximately $9.3 billion.
Red Hat expands public cloud management platform
Red Hat has announced the general availability of Red Hat CloudForms 4.1, the latest version of its open hybrid cloud management solution.
Qualys unveils midmarket Private Cloud Platform Appliance
Qualys has unveiled its Private Cloud Platform Appliance (PCPA), a new managed on-premise security and compliance solution for medium-sized companies.
A cloudy forecast
The forecast for unified communications in the cloud seems bright with clear skies ahead. Alan Shen, Vice President of Consulting Services, Unify Square, weighs in on the benefits and pitfalls of UC in the cloud.
Fujitsu announces worldwide rollout of new cloud service
Fujitsu has recently announced the ongoing global rollout of its next-generation IaaS and PaaS cloud service, Fujitsu Cloud Service K5.
GSD, NetSuite partner to drive cloud ERP in Middle East
NetSuite has announced that Gulf Software Distribution (GSD) has joined the NetSuite Solution Provider Partner Programme as a strategic partner.
eHDF enhances its Public Cloud portal
eHosting DataFort (eHDF) has announced that they have further enhanced their Public Cloud portal to include advanced features and customisable packages, and improve the overall cloud experience of their customers.
Getting a grip on cloud security
Cloud use continues to grow rapidly in the enterprise and has unquestionably become a part of mainstream IT – so much so that many organisations now claim to have a “cloud-first” strategy.
Get your head in the cloud
If you want to tell someone to be more realistic you might say: “Get your head out of the clouds.” But in fact, you have to do the exact opposite if you’re an IT security professional charged with managing security in today’s increasingly cloud-based world.
Cloud on your terms
Haider Salloum, Microsoft Gulf’s Director for its Small & Medium Enterprise (SME) segment, explains why cloud is a game changer for SMEs, and how the firm’s Azure services are geared towards this market segment.
Veritas joins Microsoft Enterprise Cloud Alliance
Veritas Technologies has announced that it joined the Microsoft Enterprise Cloud Alliance. The company’s backup and recovery solutions NetBackup and Backup Exec will provide protection for a wide range of Microsoft platforms and applications, including Windows, Hyper-V, SQL Server, Exchange, and SharePoint.
Intel Security report reveals need to improve cloud security
Intel Security has recently released ‘Blue Skies Ahead? The State of Cloud Adoption,’ a global report advocating the need for technology vendors to help businesses, governments and consumers understand the implications surrounding the growing adoption of the cloud.
Misys launched new range of cloud solutions
Misys has recently launched Misys FinCloud, a new range of cloud solutions and global cloud environment offering its clients of security in Cloud operations in the financial services industry.
Cloud care
On 28th March, representatives from Blue Coat Systems met with top CIOs of the region to discuss data protection, tokenisation and the cloud.
BIOS Middle East launches CloudHPT
BIOS Middle East (BIOSME) has announced that it has achieved an advanced accreditation to provide CISCO Powered Services after completing a rigorous audit of CISCO’s Managed Services Programme (CMSP).
Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage adopts private cloud to streamline IT service delivery
HPE Cloud Service Automation delivers faster services and better use of resources
Qualys extends Cloud Agent platform to support Linux and Mac OS
Qualys has announced the availability of cloud agents for Linux and Mac OS, adding to the platform’s existing support for Windows. Support for these operating systems is key to securing elastic cloud environments and endpoints where these operating systems are predominant.