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Mahindra Satyam, a leading global consulting and IT services provider recently announced the first quarter financial results for the fiscal year 2011-2012 and posted an global revenue of over USD 320 million for the same period. Mahindra Satyam is looking towards more growth in the MEA region with an increased stronghold in public sector (healthcare, e-government, and communications), oil & gas, and the sports industry. The upbeat attitude towards reinforcing its presence follows company’s current work on more than 20 engagements in the Middle East.Read More…

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Data backup and protection specialist, NovaStor has expanded its international partner network and shown vast global growth. With new distribution partners in Middle East & Africa region, NovaStor strengthened its presence in these markets. NovaStor’s data protection software for small and medium businesses, enterprises, and heterogeneous networks, as well as its platforms for public and private cloud backup, convince resellers and distributors with its ease of use, high stability and excellent price-performance ratio. Read More…

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G-Technology by Hitachi unveiled its range of new premium external storage drives for Mac users in UAE. The new drives are engineered preserve, manage and store the unwavering passion of creative professionals, from the simplest backup needs to the most intensive video editing projects. The G-Technology range includes G-DRIVE, G-DRIVE mobile and the G-DRIVE slim and comes in different size configurations and are targeted at the content creation market, that are engineered specifically to meet the needs of the Apple Mac community, including heavy users of multimedia content, Final Cut Pro digital audio/video (A/V) specialists, and other pre/post production professionals. Read More…

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Kingston today announced the launch of Kingston HyperX SSD, its first SATA Rev. 3.0 6Gb/s based SSD (Solid-State Drive) range, is now shipping with fully qualified, mass production level firmware and hardware. The HyperX SSD features the latest SandForce controller, perfect for enthusiasts, gamers and performance users. We are thrilled to announce that the Kingston HyperX SSD range is now shipping with fully qualified, mass production level firmware and hardware. Read More…

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UAE-based business conglomerate VAMM Group, consisting of VAMM International, G&W Brands and Kidville (UAE), will implement Epicor next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution, Epicor 9, to bring cost efficiencies and to support continued growth of the Group’s businesses. To begin with VAAM will deploy the financials and distribution modules across three of the VAMM Group subsidiaries. We have chosen Epicor ERP to support our businesses and to support our long-term strategic growth.
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NetEx recently signed agreement with Dell South Africa to reseller its HyperIP WAN optimization virtual appliance to keep pace with the growing demand in the region. “We are pleased to introduce HyperIP WAN optimization virtual appliances to South Africa for greater return on IT investment,” said Robert MacIntyre, Vice President, Business Development and Marketing at NetEx. “Dell South Africa is an ideal reseller for HyperIP as HyperIP has been proven to reduce replication, backup, and migration times in Dell storage environments by 60 to 90 percent.”
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Axis Communications introduced Axis M70 and Axis P72 its new range of new video encoders equipped with most comprehensive set of network capabilities. These products enable cost-effective migration of analog cameras into a powerful IP-based video surveillance system, and are ideal for locations such as gas stations, convenience stores and small offices. “This addition to our broad range of video encoders is a superior alternative to competitive offerings thanks to its price level, flexibility and extensive functionality,” says Baraa Al Akkad, Regional Manager, Axis Communications Middle East.
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Tripp Lite,reinforced its strategic partnership with Redington Gulf with the signing of both a comprehensive Authorized Reseller Service Centre (ARSC) and Critical Application Partner (CAP) service contracts that will cover 20 countries in both the Middle Eastern and African regions. The move comes after the recent signing of a value-added distribution agreement between the two companies and is part of Tripp Lite’s continuing efforts to position itself across the rapidly developing IT markets of the Middle East and African regions while also establishing itself as a leading brand offering integrated solutions for data centre and corporate IT environments.Read More…

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Leading IT and business skills training institute, Global Knowledge announced the relocation of its Cairo office and training center to a bigger space that offers a state of the art learning environment at Sheraton Heliopolis, reflecting Global Knowledge’s commitment in continually maximizing value for its customers. Global Knowledge’s investment in its Egypt operations comes at a time when recent political events have resulted in an uncertain economic climate, with other companies freezing or decreasing investment in the country.Read More…

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ComGuard, the value added distributors for leading wireless intrusion prevention (WIPS) products and services AirTight Networks in the Middle East region announced that recently Gartner AirTight with “Strong Positive” rating in its 2011 Marketscope Report for Wireless LAN Intrusion Prevention Systems. A “Strong Positive” is the highest possible rating in a Gartner Marketscope. Gartner, Inc. is the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry The July 2011 report was authored by John Girard, VP, Distinguished Analyst, John Pescatore, VP, Distinguished Analyst and Tim Zimmerman, Research Director at Gartner. Read More…

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NetApp announced that it was ranked #34 out of 100 on Forbes magazine’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies” list for 2011. NetApp was recognised for building a culture of innovation that has transformed the foundation of its customers’ business and been a catalyst to their success. Most importantly, NetApp innovation provides its customers with the technology, products, people, and service that allow them to outpace, out innovate, and outperform their competition to achieve remarkable results for their business.Read More…

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Epson announced the launch of the ELPCB01 Control and Connection Box, a straightforward, wall-mounted box puts Epson projector controls within easy reach at the front of the classroom, while keeping cables tidy. Using the ELPCB01, teachers can switch between signal sources, such as laptops or DVD players, at the touch of a button. This saves valuable teaching time by removing the need to fiddle with ceiling-mounted inputs or remote controls.Read More…