CIOs at midmarket and large companies in Europe and the U.S. will spend 4.5 percent more on IT products and services this year than in 2013 as they focus their budget priorities on cloud computing, ERP and analytics software.
Empowering the Crowd
As Powering The Cloud hosted its 10th anniversary show in Frankfurt, few would question that cloud computing uptake is on the rise. The same few would question that it is a trend that is here to stay, and one that businesses will have to adapt to.
Ten times the power
The tenth edition of the Powering the Cloud conference held in Frankfurt, Germany, suggested a bigger-than-ever drive to adopt cloud computing, despite continuing security concerns.
A quarter of firms not ready to converge big five technologies
Over a quarter of businesses are not equipped to deal with the convergence of new technologies, including mobility, social networks, big data, cloud computing and the Internet of Things, according to research from international standards organisation The Open Group.
Startup offers hefty storage with pay-per-use pricing
The model of buying cloud computing resources is different from that of buying traditional hardware and software. Instead of buying licences and investing in equipment, in a cloud computing model, users pay for the resources they use – no more, no less.
IT trends affecting the modern workspace
Whilst working from home is nothing new, the working environment as we know it is on a path to radical change. Advances in cloud computing, portable technology and the ability to outsource business at the click of a button now means that enterprises in the UAE have less and less need to be tied to a fixed traditional office space.
Each to their own
Has cloud computing reached its absolute peak in terms of hype? The topic makes for animated discussions at technology seminars these days and the hype seems to have reached a crescendo, making it really difficult to separate fact from fiction.
GBM seeks to translate partner visions into tangible outcomes
Ossama El Samadoni, General Manager at GBM Dubai, delves into their longstanding commitment to the region and belief in strong …
Ericsson plans to take regional digital infrastructure to 2030 and beyond
Petra Schirren, President for Gulf at Ericsson Europe, Middle East and Africa, addresses the company’s support for national digital economy agendas such as ‘We the UAE 2031’ and their use of logistical insights from mobility reports to enable ecosystem co-creation across the region.
Citrix reimagine KSA drives future of secure digital workspaces, aligns with Vision 2030
Pierpaolo Taliento, GM for Eastern Europe, Middle East & Africa at MiCloudSW FZ-LLC, shares how Citrix is aligning with Saudi …
“Businesses are guilty of investing in AI for the sake of it, they need to determine clear outcomes.” – Luis Rodrigues, Lab49
CNME Editor Mark Forker secured an exclusive interview with Luis Rodrigues, Chief Product Officer and Regional Head of Lab49, in …
From overload to orchestration: Enabling digital workspaces with an MSP platform
Digital employee experience (DEX) is now emerging as a priority alongside cybersecurity and privacy, reshaping the expectations placed on IT …
“Modern networks need to be predictive autonomous and secure by design.” – Mohannad Abuissa, Cisco
Mohannad Abuissa, Director of Solutions Engineering and CTO for Cisco in the Middle East and Africa, has written an op-ed, …
Microsoft has become a $4 trillion company
Microsoft has officially become the world’s second $4 trillion company.
AWS and Meta team up on AI developer initiative
Meta and AWS are teaming up to win over AI developers.
Tech companies explore the role of robots in farming
The technology companies are working with the National Robotarium, a global AI and robotics research institute housed at Heriot-Watt University, to develop systems using 5G to connect autonomous machines so they can perform precision agriculture tasks.
Opinion: Telecom Operators need a talent strategy to develop solution visionaries
Ramzi Khoury, partner, Amar Akli and Omar Nowaihed, principals, with Strategy& Middle East, part of the PwC network, have co-authored …
Amazon to invest billions in Australian data centre ecosystem
Companies like Amazon, Microsoft and Google have been ramping up data centre investments to secure market share and meet AI workload requirements.
Smart Cities need Smart Emergency Services to provide frontline connectivity
Frontline public safety professionals need mobile digitisation, digitised asset management and critical communications solutions.
“In an industry where everyone agrees that survival depends on technology, the time to act is now.” – Maggie Slowik, IFS
Maggie Slowik and Andrew Burton, Global Industry Directors at IFS, have co-authored a compelling op-ed that examines why enterprises need …