SAP has recently announced its financial results for the second quarter and first half ended June 30, 2015.
Simplified Solutions joins Epicor Inspired Partner Network
Epicor Software Corporation recently announced that Simplified Solutions FZCO, a software sales and service organisation based in Dubai Silicon Oasis, UAE, will be joining its Inspired Partner Network.
Xerox appoints new head of GDO Services Business Group
Xerox recently appointed Joseph Hanania as the Head of Global Document Outsourcing (GDO) Services Business Group, to further strengthen its business responsible for securing and servicing large enterprise customers.
Ericsson appoints new Head of Customer Unit for GCC and Pakistan
Ericsson announced that Patrik Melander has been appointed as Head of Customer Unit for the GCC and Pakistan (GCP).
Zain Iraq, Ericsson extend managed services partnership
Zain Iraq and Ericsson have announced an extension of their managed services deal, which would have ended in 2016, for three additional years to the end of 2019.
FVC, Sagemcom sign VAD agreement
FVC has expanded its Unified Collaboration & Convergence portfolio with a distribution agreement with Sagemcom. The agreement covers XMediusFAX solution across the GCC countries, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Egypt and English speaking Africa.
Recurring returns
Jyoti Lalchandani, Group Vice President and Regional Managing Director, META, IDC, says teamwork and transparency are key elements to develop sound revenue lifecycle management policies.
Commscope enhances PartnerPRO Network
CommScope has recently introduced a new management tool for the PartnerPRO Network.
Cyberoam to strengthen ME presence with FDC partnership
Cyberoam and FDC International has recently expanded their distribution partnership. FDC will now be responsible for distributing Cyberoam products in UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Jordan and Lebanon.
Fast times
While it’s still relatively early days in the rollout of fibre to the cabinet broadband technology, a new technology is around the corner that promises significantly higher download and upload speeds. G.Fast cabinets aim to provide faster speeds and less crosstalk, but only time will tell if they will truly deliver.
Channel premiers
A round-up of the most influential executives in the regional IT channel.
Xerox announces new partner programme
Xerox has recently launched the Personalised Application Builder and enhanced Global Partner Programme to help their channel partners further drive revenue and strengthen their client relationships.
Bad behaviour
Companies can spend untold funds on the latest security software, keep their firewalls and security infrastructure up-to-date, monitor networks, and employ the highest level of IT talent all in the name of security. However, it can all be rendered useless by one simple thing – employees choosing to ignore basic regulations.
First class finance
From New York to Nairobi, Paris to Perth and Beijing to Buenos Aires, Emirates is internationally acclaimed as one of the world’s elite airlines – and one of its most powerful brands. James Dartnell sat down with the company’s Senior Vice President of Group Finance, Michael Doersam, to discuss the powerful bond between the firm’s Finance and IT divisions.
UAE consumers among most tech-savvy
According to findings of a new global report commissioned by BT and Avaya, tech savvy consumers in the UAE are more active on social media platforms that the global average.
Meta Byte wins MetricStream award
Meta Byte Technologies has announced that it has received the MetricStream ‘Partner of the Year 2015’ award during its Regional Partner Awards.
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab E
Samsung has recently announced that launch of the Galaxy Tab E, a 9.6-inch budget tablet that is now available in the UAE for AED 999.
Meta Byte named as MetricStream Regional Partner of the Year
Meta Byte Technologies has announced that MetricStream has awarded Meta Byte Technologies ‘Partner of the Year 2015’ during its Regional Partner Awards.
How Manchester City aim to change football with technology
SAP and Abu Dhabi-owned City Football Group (CFG) have announced a technology partnership that aims to transform the clubs footballing operations and fan experience.
Prime alliances
The Portugal-based software company, Primavera, set shop in the region close to a year ago and is looking to develop its partner network. The company’s Country Manager Jorge Marques, talks about channel plans for the region.