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FVC, a leading Value Added Distributor hosted its first partner meeting to introduce the complete range of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprises (ALUE) solutions to its network of system integrators in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Alcatel-Lucent Enterprises (ALUE) solutions are targeted at small-to-medium sized companies (SME’s) in Saudi Arabia. The event which was attended by around 50 partners covered market trends, solutions portfolio, selling techniques and data for SMEs. The session also demonstrated, through the web, VoIP and latest Apps available, MY IC Mobile 1.0 for iPhone and iPad.Read More…

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GFI Software announced the availablity of its cloud-based anti-malware and anti-spam email security solution, GFI MailEssentials Complete Online for SMBs throughout the Middle East region. GFI MailEssentials Complete Online is designed to meet the evolving needs and increasing sophistication of SMB IT operations by providing access to email protection as a cloud-based service. “SMBs demand choice and flexibility when strengthening their email security practices. SMBs are looking for cost-effective solutions but they also see great value in implementing redundant layers of protection and email continuity by deploying a cloud-based service in conjunction with their existing on-premise solutions.Read More…

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Leading IT Distributor, Aptec Distribution unveiled its channel blitzkrieg to promote latest offerings for Mid-Sized Enterprise (MSE) from NetApp across GCC. Aptec conducted roadshows to spread awareness about the NetApp offerings for MSE in UAE, Oman, Kuwait and Qatar, which was attended by nearly 200 participants from around 93 channel partners across the 4 countries, it represented a strong push by Global IT Storage leader, NetApp, to capture the MSE marketshare in the MENA region. These exclusive events saw 4 lucky winners walk away with 42 inch LED TV’s as part of the lucky draw held at the end of each roadshow.Read More…

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Global leader in business security solutions, WatchGuard Technologies recently launched new security appliance, the WatchGuard XTM 330, ideal for small business businesses with 30 to 50 users that provides advanced network protection in an all-in-one rack-mount gateway security appliance. WatchGuard XTM 330 security appliance provides complete network security protection equipped with next-generation firewall and intrusion prevention capabilities, customers can choose to add Application Control, Gateway Anti-virus, WebBlocker, spamBlocker and WatchGuard’s context-aware, cloud-based security service, Reputation Enabled Defense.Read More…

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Canon Middle East launched a A4 series of new high-speed multi-functional devices aimed at improving productivity for SME’s held at a reseller gathering, gave over 100 channel partners the unique opportunity to experience interactive presentations of the new models. The new range of office solutions including the versatile and cutting-edge imageRUNNER1700 further broadens Canon’s offering within the A4 market and providing customers with a portfolio of devices to meet the varied needs of their business.Read More…

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South Africa based 4most, the SAP Business One software specialist entered the fast growing Zambian market for accounting, financial and ERP solution designed specifically for companies operating in the high-growth SMME and SMB sectors through Interim Management and Consultancy (IMAC). Zambia has a strong market with 60 000 SMME businesses and 20 000 SMBs and these entrepreneurial companies can reap the many business benefits that accrue from the affordable SAP Business One mid-market financial and ERP software solutions.Read More…

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SAS, the provider of business analytics software and services entered into a strategic partnership with EMC Greenplum in the Middle East & North African region to offer innovative data warehouse, data management and analytics appliance. Both the companies have joined hands with a local partner in the UAE, Altis, to integrate EMC Greenplum’s Data Warehouse with SAS Data Management, Business Intelligence (BI) and Analytics technologies. Read More…

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NetApp today unveiled a powerful new platform to help medium-sized businesses address the increasing requirements to keep pace with growing business demands and to do more with fewer resources. The new NetApp FAS2000 entry product line delivers improved value, simplicity and scalability to enable customers to start right and grow with the needs of their businesses.Read More…

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SonicWALL, the leading provider of intelligent network security and data protection solutions introduced two high-performance, application-aware next-generation firewalls for branch offices and small- medium-sized businesses in the region. The NSA 220 Series and NSA 250M Series deliver an unmatched combination of security, performance and price in this class of next-generation firewalls. NSA 220 and 250M Series offer firewall protection with tightly integrated intrusion prevention, comprehensive gateway anti-malware services and granular application intelligence and control.Read More…

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Smartworld, the next generation ICT services provider in the Middle East recently signed an Channel Partner Agreement with Mobily to provide desktop management and support services as part of Mobily’s ‘Office In A Box Service’ for its Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) in Saudi Arabia by offering them the latest in communication technology from around the world. As part of this agreement, Mobily will offer Smartworld’s Managed and Technical Services to its SME customers in KSA. The services will come in innovative bundle offers that will add value to business sector services and are set to be announced at a later date.Read More…

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Iomega expanded its portfolio of Network Storage products with the introduction of Iomega StorCenter PX Series in the Middle East region and it will also demonstrate StorCenter PX series at GITEX 2011 at its stand 401 in hall 4. The StorCenter PX Series is powered by world class EMC storage technology, which features four-bay and six-bay desktop models and a four-bay rackmount model, each available in scalable configurations at competitive prices. Read More…

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Sage Software announced the launch of ‘Peachtree Partner Program’ in the UAE which is designed to provide the essential technology and sales support to help Sage partners get up and running in the shortest possible time, delivering high quality and fully efficient services to its customers in the UAE, particularly in the SME segment. The program is devised to offer its partners with product orientation, training, certification, a sales toolkit, marketing collateral, support guidelines and grading methodology.Read More…