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SETTING THE AGENDA

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Updated : October 29, 2013 0:0  ,Dubai
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MES is in high momentum signing some key vendors this past year. GM, Omar Lutfi

Please discuss some of your key vendors and their standing in the Middle East IT market

MES is a distributor for eight brands, some of them for the whole region and others for part of the region, including Epson, the number one brand for Data Show projector, Dot Matrix and Photo Printers. Also, hey provide a solutions such as banking, education and scanning solutions.  MES is the regional distributor except for KSA. We also distribute TP-LINK Networking Products, the number two SOHO networking brands in the GCC, and we distribute TP-LINK’s in the GCC except in KSA Iraq and Syria. Also in our portfolio is NETGEAR networking products, doing very well and growing on SMB level by providing full networking & Storage solutions for small and medium enterprise level. MES is NETGEAR’s distributor for ME region.

Other brands include Bitdefender Security, QNAP Storage, Linkcomn Cabling, and Dahua Security Cameras.

Discuss your channel partnership programme in terms of how you identify, enable and reward your resale partners

The partner program is provided through of our vendors like Epson, TP-LINK and NETGEAR with MES control. This is to encourage the partners to achieve their targets. For the other brands we carry like (Bitdefender & Linkcomn) MES itself provides the program with the help of the vendor.

Since GITEX last year, please discuss any new products and solutions you have added to your portfolio

Since then, we’ve expanded our portfolio and brought on board some leading brands including NETGEAR Networking Products, QNAP Storage Solutions, Linkcomn Cabling and Dahua Security Cameras

In relation to that, what can visitors expect at the MES stand during GITEX?

We are very much focus on showcasing to our visitors our full range of solutions such as storage solution, wireless solution, networking solution, education solution, security camera solution & security software solution.

Are there new markets that you would like to open up for MES through inquiries at GITEX?

Yes, we would like to start focus on KSA market and to focus more on other GCC countries.

As distributors scale up to become VADs, discuss what other services you are able to offer in combination with your traditional distribution business

From the wide range of the products we carry, from NETGEAR, to Dahua, Linkcomn and QNAP we will be able to help our customer to build full Network solution such as wireless, wired, storage & security camera solutions. In addition, we offer presales support by offering the right drawing network solutions and the right products to get the most cost effective solution.

Discuss some other trends in distribution business in the region

Some of the key trends right now in the distribution business include the growing need to offer the best presales and aftersales support to partners. Customers are also demanding a complete solution as opposed to just selling one product. Finally, you have to do all these at cost effective price.

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THE BIG CHILL CAFÉ INTRODUCES A COMFORT-DRIVEN IFTAR MENU THIS RAMADAN

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This Ramadan, The Big Chill Café at Dubai Hills Mall invites guests to slow down, gather, and break their fast with a specially curated Iftar menu that blends comforting classics with generous portions and familiar flavours.

Designed for families, friends, and casual Ramadan catch-ups, the Iftar offering reflects The Big Chill Café’s signature style – wholesome, indulgent, and feel good – served in a relaxed café setting.

Guests can begin their meal with a selection of starters such as Minestrone Soup, Mediterranean Mezze with Hummus and Muhammara, Crispy Calamari, Chicken Tenders, or Panko-crumbed Prawns. The menu then moves into hearty mains, featuring crowd favourites including Penne Primavera, Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta, Saffron Risotto with Prawns, Hand-tossed Pizzas, and flavourful grill options.

For those looking to elevate their Iftar, the grill selection includes Grilled Chicken Breast, Slow-cooked Lamb Shank, Flame-grilled Steak with Cowboy Butter, and Tuscan-style Salmon, available with a small supplement.

To finish, The Big Chill Café turns up the indulgence with a dessert selection made for lingering over conversations. Guests can dive into the signature Molten Dubai Lava Cake with its rich and flowing centre, enjoy the comforting sweetness of Banoffee Pie, or opt for the fragrant Saffron Tres Leches Cake. Lighter yet nostalgic options like Date Ice Cream and crowd-favourite Biscoff Ice Cream round off the experience, offering something for every kind of sweet craving after Iftar.

Whether it’s a relaxed weekday Iftar or a long catch-up after prayers, The Big Chill Café’s Ramadan menu offers a warm and satisfying way to come together this holy month.

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VERTIVANNOUNCES NEW AI-POWERED PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICE FOR MODERN DATA CENTERS AND AI FACTORIES

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A person sits in front of multiple computer monitors displaying system dashboards, performance analytics, and code, monitoring data center operations inside a Vertiv facility.

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, today announced the launch of Vertiv™ Next Predict, an AI-powered managed service that fundamentally transforms data center maintenance. Moving beyond traditional time-based and reactive models, the service industrializes operations by analyzing asset behavior before risks materialize. Vertiv Next Predict is the latest advancement in Vertiv’s integrated AI infrastructure portfolio, designed to deliver predictive intelligence across power, cooling, and IT systems—creating a unified, resilient foundation for AI-driven data centers.

As AI workloads reshape the data center landscape, facilities require improved visibility and control across critical infrastructure to maintain operational continuity and performance at scale. Implementing advanced analytics and predictive maintenance strategies helps organizations address these challenges and maintain consistent performance across distributed environments.

“Data center operators need innovative technologies to stay ahead of potential risks, as compute intensity rises and infrastructures evolve,” said Ryan Jarvis, vice president of the global services business unit at Vertiv. “Vertiv Next Predict helps data centers unlock uptime, shifting maintenance from traditional calendar-based routines to a proactive, data-driven strategy. We move from assumptions to informed decisions, by continuously monitoring equipment condition and enabling risk mitigation before potential impacts to operations.”

Vertiv Next Predict leverages AI-based anomaly detection to continuously analyze operating conditions and identify deviations from expected behaviors at an early stage, and a predictive algorithm that assesses potential operational impact to determine risk and prioritize response. Root cause analysis then isolates the contributing factors to support efficient and targeted resolution. Based on system data and the specific operational context, prescriptive actions are defined and carried through to execution, with corrective measures performed by qualified Vertiv™ Services personnel.

Engineered for versatility and future growth, Vertiv™ Next Predict currently supports a broad and expanding range of Vertiv™ power and cooling platforms—including battery energy storage solutions (BESS) and liquid cooling components. More importantly, the service is designed with scalability in mind, to enable seamless integration with future data center technologies as part of a unified, grid-to-chip service architecture. This forward-looking approach means customers can adopt Vertiv Next Predict today, with the knowledge that it can evolve alongside their infrastructure needs.

The Vertiv Services organization has decades of service experience in critical digital infrastructure, a global network of Vertiv-trained technicians, and AI-powered analytics.

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BREAK YOUR FAST WITH MEDITERRANEAN FLAVOURS AT CUISINES, HOLIDAY INN DUBAI AL MAKTOUM AIRPORT

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Mediterranean Ramadan dessert display at Holiday Inn Dubai Al Maktoum Airport featuring kataifi, pistachio pastries, and a large tray of knafeh decorated with “Ramadan Kareem” in pistachio powder.

Celebrate the Holy Month with Mediterranean-inspired Iftar and Suhoor at Cuisines, Holiday Inn Dubai Al Maktoum Airport, from 16th February to 18th March 

This Ramadan, Cuisines Restaurant at Holiday Inn Dubai Al Maktoum Airport invites guests to gather, unwind, and savour the spirit of the Holy Month with thoughtfully curated Iftar and Suhoor experiences inspired by Mediterranean flavours.

Iftar Experience
As the sun sets, guests are welcomed to break their fast with a generous Mediterranean spread, featuring authentic flavours, comforting classics, and seasonal favourites. Designed for relaxed evenings and meaningful moments, the Iftar offering is set in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, ideal for family gatherings, friends, or quiet reflection.

  • Dates: 16 February – 18 March
  • Timings: Sunset – 8:30 PM

Layali Mediterranean Suhoor
For late-night diners, Cuisines presents Layali Mediterranean Suhoor, a light yet nourishing Suhoor experience designed to keep you fueled through the fasting hours. Expect a selection of Mediterranean bites in a calm, laid-back setting, perfect for winding down before the day begins.

  • Dates: 16 February – 18 March
  • Timings: 12:00 AM – 3:30 AM

Whether joining for Iftar or Suhoor, Cuisines offers a simple, flavour-forward Ramadan experience centred on good food and togetherness.
Location: Cuisines Restaurant, Holiday Inn Dubai Al Maktoum Airport

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