Al-Futtaim Technologies records 41 per cent sales growth in 2005; doubles sales of Toshiba laptops

Total sales touched a new high, triggered by a phenomenal 100 per cent leap in sales of Toshiba laptops. By doubling the sales of Toshiba laptops, Al-Futtaim Technologies has outperformed the IDC-estimated market growth of 58 per cent for portable computers in 2005.

Other product categories including Toshiba's multi-functional copiers, multimedia projectors and Alcatel Enterprise communication systems also posted record sales by securing orders from several prestigious clients such as ADMA/OPCO, GEMS educational institutes, ADIA, ADCB and Higher Colleges of Technology.

Detailing the reasons for its stellar performance, R. Muralidharan, General Manager, Al-Futtaim Technologies, said;

"The year 2005 was a challenging one for Al-Futtaim Technologies as it introduced to the UAE market revolutionary products and cutting edge solutions. These included Toshiba's Libretto U100, UAE's first mini-notebook, Toshiba's feature-rich TDP-P8 portable projector and a range of E-studio copiers equipped with latest e-bridge technology. Through its exclusive tie-up with Alcatel and Microsoft's Customer Relationship Management solutions, Al-Futtaim Technologies continued to offer sophisticated communication systems.'

In 2005, Al-Futtaim Technologies also enhanced the deployment of its fleet management systems and telematics deploying wireless and satellite communications across the GCC through its exclusive tie-up with MobiApps. A significant initiative in 2005 was the partnership with Alcatel to sell, deploy and maintain Alcatel enterprise solutions in Pakistan.

Muralidharan added, "Technology is set to witness great momentum in 2006 with new trends transforming the electronics market. Consumer demand is moving towards complete solutions, multi-function gadgets, while portables are fast gaining favour with buyers. Above all, the growth of Al-Futtaim Technologies will continue to be driven by its relationship with global partners and its customer base. Its strategy of targeting new markets with the right price-value equation will further strengthen its position as one of the leading technology solutions provider in UAE.'