Xerox Emirates assigns a new GM

Andrew joined Xerox's UK operations in 1987. In addition to overseeing the operations at Xerox Emirates and delivering strategic council to its team and customers, Hurt plans to expand the company's operations to address the needs of all businesses in the Emirates, develop the company's partnerships across the country as well as engage Xerox customers with the latest worldwide innovations in document management technologies.

Roy Harding, VP & General Manager, Xerox International Group - Distributor Operations said: "Xerox is committed to building a world-class organization to meet the needs of its customers by strengthening its workforce. I am delighted to have Andrew on board to steer the operations at Xerox Emirates. I firmly believe that Andrew will bring a wealth of experience and knowledge that will be instrumental in achieving the company's business goals, in addition to forging stronger alliances with our partners and customers."

Prior to joining Xerox Emirates, Hurt held a number of positions in Xerox including Distributor Manager for the Middle East and before that, Marketing Manager for Xerox Engineering Systems. Andrew was holding the position of Sales Operations Manager for Xerox Emirates and contributed to the company's performance and growth over the last 5 years. In his current role, Hurt will oversee the Xerox Emirates operations and will head a team of 165 employees.

"We have had exciting times at Xerox Emirates for the last 19 years, thanks to the trust that our customers place in our technologies, services and people. Our strategic intent continues to revolve around finding better ways to help our customers increase their productivity through innovative document management solutions. This year, along with servicing our existing enterprise client base, our aim is to enrich their experience with new innovations from Xerox, as well as address the productivity needs of thousands of small businesses across the Emirates, and deliver greater business opportunities for new and existing partners in the country," said Mr. Hurt.

Xerox provides the document industry's broadest portfolio of offerings. Digital systems include color and black-and-white printing and publishing systems, digital presses and "book factories," multifunction devices, laser and solid ink network printers, copiers and fax machines. Xerox's services expertise is unmatched and includes helping all size of businesses.

"This will only happen by continuing our focus in our customers needs and serving them on a benchmark model, while continuing our investment in developing our people to achieve our goal," added Mr. Hurt.

Andrew has a degree in Geology from the University of London and a Masters degree in Marketing from Strathclyde Business School.

Hurt replaces Keith Taylor who was the previous General Manager for Xerox Emirates for 7 years, now appointed to the position of Financial Controller for Xerox International Group - Distributor Operations based in United Kingdom.