Al Futtaim Technologies, a member of the Al-Futtaim Group's Electronics Division, recently signed a contract with Global Education Management Systems (GEMS), a leading education provider in the region, to supply over 200 Toshiba tablet PCs for use by teachers in GEMS schools which includes the Wellington International School, Jumeirah College, Dubai American Academy, Royal Dubai School and Jumeirah Primary School.
'When we saw exactly what the Toshiba tablet PC can offer and the fact that it has a 14' convertible screen and built in Optical Disk Drive, we were convinced that it would be an excellent solution to support our vision of using the very latest technology for the tech-integration programs of GEMS schools,' said David Ho, Group IT Director, GEMS.
The Toshiba tablet PC has full computer capabilities and offers new advanced handwriting and speech recognition enabling the creation and storage of notes and voice input. The units will be wirelessly connected to multimedia projectors in the classrooms and will enhance curriculum delivery.
Toshiba has demonstrated supremacy in mobile computing and expertise with huge support towards educational programmes. 'Al-Futtaim Technologies is delighted to be able to support the GEMS technology integration vision with Toshiba's advanced Tablet PC technology. The education segment is one of the core areas where this technology can be used to best advantage,' said R Muralidharan, General Manager, Al-Futtaim Technologies.
Al Futtaim Technologies supplies Toshiba Tablet PCs to GEMS schools
Al Futtaim Technologies, a member of the Al-Futtaim Group's Electronics Division, recently signed a contract with Global Education Management Systems (GEMS), a leading education provider in the region
- United Arab Emirates: Saturday, January 14 - 2006 at 15:30
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About Al Futtaim TechnologiesPart of the Al Futtaim Group's Electronics Division, Al Futtaim Technologies provides complete solutions in information communication and related technologies including telephony, contact centre solutions, NGN equipment and enterprise software solutions to small, medium and large customers. Al Futtaim Technologies handles powerful brands like Toshiba, Alcatel and Microsoft Business Solutions. Al Futtaim Technologies has got the required expertise in providing complete solutions package to customers.
As part of its expansion strategy, the company has established a wholly-owned subsidiary in Pakistan under the name of Al Futtaim Technologies Pakistan Pvt. Ltd. which will focus on providing Alcatel based enterprise-wide voice and data solutions.
About Global Education Management Systems:
GEMS, Global Education Management Systems offers total school management solutions. From project inception and planning to ongoing operations of schools, GEMS offers a total solutions approach to the management of new school projects and existing schools. GEMS manages a growing network of 60 high quality international schools around the world. GEMS network of schools provide a unique brand of holistic education to 55,000 students from over 120 countries, employing over 5,000 education professionals, specialists and staff from over 50 nationalities. Supported by a network of eminent, international advisors in the field of education, GEMS global network of multi-skilled specialists and in-house experts provide invaluable support and guidance in all areas related to schools, delivering world class standards of education. Information on the company and its portfolio can be found at www.gemseducation.com.
For more details, please contact:
Nawfal Al Jourani
Head of Corporate Communications
Al-Futtaim Group
Tel: 04 228 2101
Fax: 04 227 0994
Posted by Lara Lynn Golden, News EditorSaturday, January 14 - 2006 at 15:30 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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