Emirates Business Pages introduces Qwik Search concept with 2008 edition

This enhanced directory promises to provide the end user with more comprehensive and accurate information. With a remarkable 70% increase in data from last year's issue and its nationwide coverage and distribution, the EBP has managed to compile UAE's most wide-ranging business resource.

EBP is the nation's most comprehensive business database published in association with Concept Media. Since its first edition in 2007, EBP has become one of the most extensive resources offering an accurate database of various businesses and industries across the UAE.

"Accurate and accessible information is the most essential tool for modern businesses today. The EBP was developed with the foresight of being the most thorough business information resource for the region's most frequented business hub. This new edition of the EBP aims to set standards in modern day business solutions in the UAE,"

said Vinesh Nair, Group Chief Operating Officer, Concept Group.

The company announced Qwik Search as being a unique feature where people can request data on their cellular phones through advanced search criteria like 'Business Category', 'Location' and 'Emirate'. The service uses SMS as a communication tool and includes all member listings for the searched category. Qwik Search® can be accessed by sending an SMS to 6116 with the keywords as body text. The service will be live and functional in July 2008.

"The launch of Qwik Search will be marked as the most vital addition to the service this year. We have managed to place a nationwide directory in the palm of every mobile phone user's hand. Considering Qwik Search's ease of use and accuracy, it will be an invaluable feature for users and advertisers alike," said Vijay Gomes, Director Sales, Concept Media.

At a small function in Fujeirah, the company also celebrated its achievements and milestones since the launch of the title in 2006, including the introduction of 'Reverse Post Box Listing', membership with the Yellow Pages Association and the EBP e-Book amongst others. Top performers from the team of Concept Media were rewarded at this function.

"It is indeed a prestigious moment for us as EBP goes forward with its new 2008 edition. The version offers enhancements in accuracy as well as value addition to users and advertisers. It gives me great pleasure and pride as we review our significant achievements within a rather short span of time. I would like to congratulate team EBP and commend them for their efforts," said Aldrin Fernandes, Chairman & Group CEO, Concept Group.

"The directory has gone from 1000 pages last year to 1700 pages this year. At this pace of growth and enhancement, we are sure that EBP will soon be marked as the country's largest B2B business resource," he added.