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HP at its annual global Imaging and Printing Conference announced several new innovations, collaborations, apps and solutions for all types of users – from consumers and small to midsize businesses (SMBs), to enterprise organizations and graphic arts customers. HP also believes the adoption of its cloud-enabled, web-connected print technologies has reached the mainstream. The new launches from HP during the show included 3D scanner, LaserJet printers and Scanjet printer. HP TopShot LaserJet Pro M275 is an affordable desktop companion that’s ideal for small businesses or home offices that is equipped with revolutionary technology that captures six separate images of a document or 3-D object and produces one final seamless image of exceptional quality. With this technology, SMBs can quickly produce high-quality images for immediate use in printed materials or on the web. Read More…

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HP announced that Jordan based Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT), part of APM Terminals’ global terminal network, has virtualised its main data center with HP Converged Infrastructure to guard against loss of critical data and keep services available.
The highly available new IT environment with off-site disaster recovery has quadrupled ACT’s system performance while reducing costs, and is considered the ideal model for virtualisation. “ACT is always looking to update its secure, reliable IT environment to ensure the highest levels of service. The new HP infrastructure automates previously manual tasks and simplifies management, which means we spend less time on maintenance.” said Munther Dweik, IT Manager for Aqaba Container Terminal.Read More…

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HP recently acquired Germany based Hiflex Software GmbH, which provides specialised software solutions for web-to-print and management information systems solutions for printing services. With this acquisition HP expects the solutions and technologies from Hiflex stable will enable continued innovation across HP’s imaging and printing offerings and will extend the company’s portfolio of cloud-based technologies and solutions. HP also remains committed to supporting a broad range of partner solutions, giving customers maximum choice and flexibility.Read More…

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HP Middle East join hands with the Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) E-Government Authority to launch the HP Planet Partners programme, which is expected to improve sustainability and recycling in the emirate. “The Ras Al Khaimah E-Government Authority has always been at the forefront with initiatives that help save the environment by re-using and recycling of thousands of printers throughout the various RAK government departments and ministries, has become the first government department in the emirate to cooperate with HP Middle East in this important environmental programme. Read More…

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Leading value added distributor, Avnet Technology Solutions announced that it will hold “HP Networking Academy” in association with HP Networking division a special training program that is designed to enrich the skill set of channel partners and to update them on latest developments in Iraq. Fadi Bawab, Channel Manager Iraq, Avnet Technology Solutions, said, “Most of the existing channel trainings are held outside of Iraq. Due to high travel cost and existing visa issues this means that the majority of local channel partners and customers from Iraq miss out opportunities to update themselves with the latest technology. We believe that this academy will provide a great platform for many more local partners and end users to be on a par with rest of the region”.Read More…

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Avnet Technology Solutions as part of it’s Value Add Program in the Middle East Region recently held a 2 day training program for its channel partners in the region on HP 3PAR Storage Solutions termed as on HP 3PAR Academy, designed specifically to help channel partners to capitalize on the fast-growing storage market that supports data center, virtualization, and cloud computing solutions.Read More…

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Recently, HP Middle East hosted its annual Channel Awards to recognize and honor the achievements of its partners throughout the Middle East region, and evaluated more than 20 channel partners in 13 categories that covered all areas of HP’s business in the region, including Enterprise and Consumer business. These categories included recognizing retailers, distributors, and resellers for their efforts, in addition to honoring individuals who have shown particular dedication to HP, helping to foster an even stronger relationship between the partners, while growing HP’s business through product knowledge and skill.Read More…

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According to latest report by IDC, Q3 2011 saw a total of 4.7 million devices were shipped into the region and notebook shipments were up by 15.1% year on year to 2.94 million. HP maintained its leading position on the MEA PC market in Q3, recording strong year-on-year growth of 37.1%, primarily driven by its aggressively-priced consumer notebook portfolio. Fierce competition from rival vendors prevented second-placed Dell from replicating the strong growth it posted in 2010, while Toshiba overcame supply issues that inhibited its performance in Q2 2011 to record a 28.6% year-on-year increase in shipments, which placed it third in the vendor rankings. Read More…

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HP announced its new services and solutions based on HP Converged Infrastructure that empower service providers and enterprises to rapidly deliver cloud services while leveraging existing investments, minimising risk and lowering costs. Organisations are under increasing pressure to deliver IT resources on demand to gain agility, increase competitive advantage and meet customer expectations. Legacy data centers, rigid IT architectures and technology sprawl are key barriers to implementing new delivery models such as IT as a Service and cloud computing. Read More…

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HP Middle East appointed Salah Al Isawi as Country Managing Director of the Iraq and Levant. Salal will lead HP from front and provide HP an overall direction and strategy to strengthen its presence in Iraq and Levant region, which are key markets for HP. HP expects the new leadership in developing strategic partnerships with the Levant’s public and private sectors will further this growth. Read More…

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Hewlett-Packard has agreed to buy UK based leading Enterprise Information Management Software Company Autonomy Corporation for $10.3 billion and with this acquisition HP will be able to further expand its offerings in the enterprise information software. Autonomy’s IDOL platform combined with HP’s strength in enterprise software, services and infrastructure will enable the combined business to deliver a next-generation information platform, analytical applications and performance optimisation solutions.Read More…

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HP announced today a new line-up of consumer desktop PCs that deliver the latest technologies in sophisticated designs. With clean lines, soft forms and contrasting materials, the redesigned Pavilion desktops match the style and preferences of today’s consumer. A glossy black front panel layered over a metallic base gives depth and dimension to the new towers, while sliding front panels hide ports and drives for a polished, clean appearance. Select models also offer a valet tray integrated into the top of the PC and equipped with USB 3.0 ports for easy access and charging of smartphones, digital cameras and MP3 players.
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