The Middle East mobile phone market suffered its third consecutive quarter-on-quarter decline in Q3 2016, according to the latest IDC figures.
Microsoft extends Accenture contract
Microsoft has awarded Accenture a seven-year contract extension to continue providing finance and accounting (F&A) and procurement business process services.
Vintage tech: Ericsson R380
The R380 was the first device to be marketed as a ‘smartphone’ after the term was coined in 1997, despite arguments that the Nokia 9000 (released in 1996) and the IBM Simon (released even earlier – in 1994) held the same capabilities.
Gopi Krishnan’s digital drive at Al Hilal Bank
Gopi Krishnan’s impressive CV in banking technology has earned him significant credibility in the region. Now chief information officer of Al Hilal Bank, he hopes to fulfil the board’s aim of becoming the most technologically advanced firm in Islamic banking.
AlJammaz Distribution, STC Business launch reseller programme
This partnership, according to both companies, will enable STC Business to establish reseller community and expand the IT channel in Saudi to market and sell STC Business products and services.
Amazon Web Services announces MENA office
The world’s largest cloud computing provider, Amazon Web Services (AWS), has finally announced plans to open an office in Dubai.
Blockchain takes a shine to the diamond industry
Leanne Kemp, CEO, Everledger – a permanent ledger for diamond certification and transaction history – discussed the evolution behind blockchain technology and how it is impacting various verticals across the region.
Inside Cisco’s security operations centre
Cisco’s Security Operations Centre in Krakow is on the front line in the against security breaches. Security Advisor Middle East toured the facility for an overview how the services work and an insider look at some of the latest threats.
Commvault Channel Director: Partners are keen on services
Wael Mustafa, Channel Director MESAT, Commvault, elaborates on partners’ interest to deliver around services.
Nexthink, Ingram Micro sign distribution partnership
Nexthink has announced that it signed a partnership with Ingram Micro company, as a value-added distributor for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa.