Cisco has released the findings of a global study, which revealed that while cloud adoption continues to accelerate, few organisations are maximising the value that cloud can offer.

Ajman Bank revamps data centre to enhance business operations
Compelled to propel the bank into the digital age and make it a technology beacon for the northern emirates, Ajman Bank sought wholesale changes in its data centre to enable the young organisation to deliver on its long-term goals.

Why planning is key in the transition to a digital economy
Mark Hosking, data centre and virtualisation leader, Middle East and Africa, Juniper Networks outlines the three most pivotal networking trends when it comes to cloud deployments.

Equinix acquires 24 data centre sites from Verizon
Equinix has entered a definitive agreement to purchase a portfolio of 24 data centre sites and their operations from Verizon for $3.6 billion.

Alibaba cloud launches data centre in Dubai
Alibaba Cloud has announced the launch of a new data centre in Dubai that will be operated by YVOLV, a joint venture between Alibaba Cloud and Meraas Holdings.

Gulftainer adopts in-memory database for ‘real-time’ insights
Aligning with the business’s digital transformation vision, Gulftainer’s IT department has recently rolled out SAP S4/HANA to provide ‘real-time’ insights into key business decisions. As one of the first Middle East customers to go live with the solution in September, Group IT Head Vinay Sharma reflects on the benefits that are expected to come.
Arrow Electronics to showcase HCI offerings
Arrow Electronics will showcase a range of next-generation hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI), flash storage, software-defined infrastructure, and advanced security solutions from leading technology vendors at the upcoming edition of the GITEX Technology Week.
Huawei to flaunt ‘new ICT’ solutions at GITEX
According to the company, it will highlight a variety of its offerings during the event including different solutions it developed together with its technology partners.

Huawei to share future vision for Smart Cities
Huawei, during its participation at the upcoming GITEX Technology Week, will be showcasing its range of ‘new ICT’ solutions that are aimed at “shaping the future in a connected world.”
Pure Storage to flaunt all-flash storage solutions at GITEX
Pure Storage has announced that it will showcase its recently launched FlashArray//m10 and FlashBlade solutions at the upcoming GITEX Technology Week 2016.


