BMC Helix to Showcase How Agentic AI is Transforming IT Service and Operations at Riyadh Roadshow.
The digital future of connected work
Razat Gaurav, CEO of Planview, spoke to CNME Editor Mark Forker, about the bold course of direction he is setting in relation to strategic portfolio management and digital product development, that he believes will position the company as a trusted partner for global enterprises and innovators across the Middle East.
A new creative ecosystem; MADE’s marketplace is a win-win for artists and organisers
How is the Middle East’s first digital creative ecosystem delivering the vital bridge between talent and opportunity? At GITEX 2025, Veronica Martin spoke with Nizar Ahmadi, Founder & CEO of MADE, to discuss everything from AI-powered performance bookings to the quest for content-creator empowerment.
Seclore champions trust in an era of AI and cyber resilience
GITEX Global 2025 spotlights Seclore’s vision for a secure digital future where AI innovation, regulatory strength, and trusted ecosystems drive the next wave of cybersecurity across the Middle East.
Planview powers growth with AI-driven transformation across Middle East
Stephen Fernandes, Chief Growth Officer and Head of Middle East at Planview, shares insights on the company’s regional investments, the evolution of GITEX, and how AI and localisation are shaping customer success.
The microsecond economy: AI rewrites customer engagement rules in MENA
MENA’s digital economy is learning that every microsecond counts – and AI decides who wins them The Middle East’s digital …
Planview expands Middle East presence with new DIFC office, AI-driven growth strategy
Vishal Dhawan, Managing Director and President – Asia Pacific & Middle East at Planview, shares how the company is driving digital transformation across the region through AI-powered connected work platforms, strategic alliances, and a strong local presence.
“Many traditional banks are tied to legacy systems, it is time to wake up and take action.” – Mahesh Paolini-Subramanya, BKN301
Mahesh Paolini-Subramanya, CTO at BKN301, has described Google Pay being made available in Saudi Arabia last month as a ‘big deal’ for …
Planview builds momentum, drives transformation across Middle East
Chief Growth Officer & Head Middle East, Stephen Fernandes, shares his vision for Planview’s regional journey—focusing on partnerships, execution, and AI-powered transformation to help enterprises connect strategy with action.
Hitachi Vantara accelerates UAE’s AI vision through innovation, sustainability, and strategic collaboration
Showcasing a future-ready AI ecosystem at GITEX Global 2025, Hitachi Vantara’s Gulf leadership highlights how advanced infrastructure, responsible AI, and strong industry partnerships are shaping the region’s digital transformation.
Adapting and thriving: Sitecore delivers a bespoke user experience
How are regional companies best using AI to deliver a more personalised customer interface? What are organisations doing to balance innovation with ethical AI use and data privacy? To get the answers first-hand, Veronica Martin spoke to Suliman Gaouda, Regional Vice President – MEA, at Sitecore.
Nokia drives 5G growth and digital transformation across MEA
Nokia is playing an important role in enabling 5G adoption and digital transformation across industries in the Middle East and Africa region, said Mikko Lavanti, Senior Vice President of Mobile Networks, Middle East and Africa, Nokia. On the sidelines of the GITEX 2025, he spoke about how emerging technologies such as AI and edge computing are shaping the next phase of connectivity.
Supercharging recovery: Veeam’s model for security in a changing landscape
At GITEX 2025, Tim Pfaelzer, Senior Vice President & General Manager – EMEA, Veeam, told Veronica Martin how the company proritises the region’s key markets and industries, always ensuring enterprise-scale data resilience, and leveraging AI to strengthen security and compliance.
Submer to deliver scalable, sustainable digital infrastructure across MEA, Turkey
Khalid Aljamed is driving strategic growth and regional expansion as General Manager across the Middle East and Africa region. Riyadh …
UiPath opens Riyadh office to support Vision 2030 via AI, skills development
New Riyadh office inaugurated by local officials; Second Edition of Saudi Digital Academy Bootcamp launched to train and certify Saudi …
IBM expands partnership with AWS to enable their UAE and KSA customers to scale AI at speed
IBM has announced an expanded collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help organisations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) …
“Technology alone cannot drive AI success – people can.” – Iwan Stella, Ericsson
Iwan Stella, VP and Head of Strategy and Commercial Management for EMEA, Ericsson, has penned an op-ed, in which he …
Epson: new-generation Smart solutions and the quest for Sustainability
Veronica Martin spoke to Neil Colquhoun, President at Epson META-CW Asia, during GITEX 2025 about how Epson is evolving enterprise solutions to support digital transformation, hybrid learning, and eco-efficient printing across government, corporate, and education sectors.
Quest Software invests in AI Platform Capabilities
Rogier Egberink, VP, Sales, Quest and Paul Virgili, VP, Sales, Quest, outline the value of AI as a driver of economic diversification and the $350 million commitment made to their own platform in this exclusive interview.
Pure Storage powers channel ecosystem and Dubai’s rise as a global tech hub
Samer Semaan, Distribution & Alliances Director, META at Pure Storage, spoke to Sandhya D’Mello, Technology Editor, CPI Media Group, about the company’s commitment to partner development, Dubai’s evolving influence in the global tech landscape, and the growing adoption of subscription-based models that are transforming the future of data management.