Technology
‘UAE Smart Cloud’ project hosts ‘Khadamati’ smart app
Services provided by federal government entities now accessible via cloud computing services
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has announced that ‘Khadamati,’ the one-stop-shop smart portal for federal entities seeking access to all types of government services, has become the first smart application to be hosted and made available through the UAE’s cloud computing project.
Ford Invests in Pivotal to Accelerate Cloud-Based Software Development; New Labs Drive Ford Smart Mobility Innovation
- Ford invests $182.2 million in Pivotal, a cloud-based software company headquartered in San Francisco, to further strengthen its core software abilities and deliver innovations to customers more quickly
- The investment is part of Ford’s expansion to be both an auto and a mobility company
- Already partners, Ford and Pivotal now will expand the use of advanced software development methodologies, analytics tools and a cloud platform throughout Ford’s Product Development and IT teams,
ERICSSON OUTLINES ITS 5G Strategy at 5G World Series MENA
- Ericsson has been partnering on 5G with 21 major operators globally including Etisalat, Turkcell and Ooredoo in the Middle East
- Ericsson showcases how 5G will enable organizations to move into new markets and build new revenue streams
Al Falak secures Microsoft Surface Pro 4 distribution for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Al Falak, Electronic Equipment & Supplies Co, recently announced the launching of Microsoft Surface Pro 4 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) as a distributor of the best-in-class Windows tablet. The company will also be distributing the new tablet’s full range of accessories. This reflects not only Al Falak’s leadership in the KSA’s IT sector but also shows its commitment to support Microsoft Arabia’s growth plans in the Saudi market as its strategic local partner.
‘Partnership in action is the foundation of our successes’ Smart Dubai Office mobilizes capabilities for smart transformation
The Smart Dubai Office (SDO) held an extended meeting with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), one of the founding strategic partners in the ongoing process of transforming Dubai into a smart city. The Office’s delegation was headed by H.E. Dr. Aisha bin Butti Bin Bishr, SDO Director General. This session is part of a general plan developed by the Office to introduce its goals and strategies for establishing necessary partnerships with stakeholders inside and outside the state to come up with better results in the areas of smart transformation.
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority holds workshops for Smart Government enablers to speed up national indexes implementation
Al Mansoori emphasizes Authority’s key role to achieve UAE’s goal to top United Nations’ Online Services Index
Software AG organizes first meeting for ARIS user group in EMEA region
Participants join in discussions & exchange experiences and best practices during one-day event
Telecommunication Regulatory Authority calls for Emirati-wide participation in ALECSO Apps Award
Gala award ceremony to be held in November 2016
The Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA) has called for the widest possible participation in the 2nd edition of the ALECSO Apps Award launched by the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO). The last day for registration is May 15, 2016 and the award is open for all categories, including individuals and private and government sectors.