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Siemens reboots Mideast unified communications push
Scores of Siemens execs are in Dubai this week as part of an effort to 'push the restart button' and boost the market share of their unified communications products in the region.
"We all need to be entrepreneurs now" says Regus boss
Apparently everyone wants to be an entrepreneur - and everyone has the resources to be one. Mark Dixon, CEO of multinational serviced office firm Regus, discusses our current 'fascination' with starting and running a business from scratch.
Panasonic showcases new CCTV solutions in Dubai
Ranked the seventh safest spot to holiday in the world, Dubai may not seem like the most obvious market for high-tech security solutions but a multitude of devices were showcased at Intersec 2013.
How to use your LinkedIn profile more effectively
Professional social networking allows both active jobseekers and passive candidates to promote their capabilities to a wide audience - everyone. LinkedIn users can connect with past and present colleagues, growing a network and optimising the chances of being hired through referrals.
Social media should help, not hinder, your job hunt
Given that our online footprint is indexed and archived by Google's all-seeing-eye, we should all tread carefully - but social media is often where we let our guard down. Potential employers with any nous will look you up on Twitter, Instagram and (often unsecured) Facebook accounts - so how can jobseekers ensure that their online presence works in their favour?
Home internet access still out of reach for many worldwide
While 'world wide web' connectivity seems ubiquitous to those of us with wifi, smart devices and 3G connections, there is still a way to go before we become a truly interconnected world.
Virtualisation enters a new era in the Middle East
Virtualisation is becoming a mature technology today, given that many organisations in the Middle East are deploying virtualised systems across non-mission critical environments. While this is a cautious approach, it allows CIOs to ease their way in with the technology and gain confidence to deploy in more critical environments.
The rise and rise of e-commerce in the Middle East
Wealthy Gulf states are now synonymous with the mega mall, but will comfort and convenience drive... Read full article »
Cloud services forecast to grow rapidly in the UAE
Cloud activity is on the rise in the UAE as companies seek to take advantage of operational... Read full article »
Managed Services model a boon for cloud storage
The year ahead will see momentum for Cloud Computing in the Middle East, in both the government and private sectors, say experts.
Global, Mideast IT spending to see modest growth in 2013
While IT spending is set to increase based on cloud and mobile technologies, growth is seen... Read full article »
Google pushes G+, Hangouts features for business
Google executives are anticipating that their video product 'Hangouts' will become a critical resource for businesses across the Middle East and North Africa, as well as being a popular social platform.
Kaspersky's top cybersecurity threats for 2013
Targeted attacks on Middle East businesses have become a prevalent threat within just the last two years. The amount of targeted attacks, with the purpose of cyber-espionage, will continue to increase through 2013 and beyond, according to Kaspersky Lab.
Symantec's security predictions for 2013
Symantec and Norton by Symantec have announced their cybersecurity predictions for 2013, which reveal the UAE continues to be a target for cybercrime for both businesses and individuals.
Understanding 'lean thinking' for the SME supply chain
In challenging economic times, "lean thinking" strikes a chord for all small & medium sized businesses but particularly those in the manufacturing space. Below are the seven deadly sins most often encountered by regional SMEs in factory management & supplier networks; and how new technology solutions will help redeem bottom line value in the year ahead.
