MDS Storage Solutions & MDS System Integration Group achieve double win at Dell Technologies Gulf Executive Partner summit & awards
Dubai, UAE – MDS System Integration Group, the systems integration arm of the Midis Group, today announced a landmark double win at the Dell Technologies Gulf Executive Partner Summit and Awards 2026, held from June 23-26, 2026, in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Leading the achievements, MDS Storage Solutions, part of MDS SI, claimed the prestigious Partner of the Year South Gulf award, while MDS System Integration Group was named the Marketing Partner of the Year. Together, these accolades highlight the Group’s comprehensive technical expertise, robust go-to-market execution, and deep commitment to technology partners and clients across the region.
The annual Dell Technologies Gulf Executive Partner Summit and Awards is a premier event in the regional technology sector, celebrating partners who deliver outstanding performance, business impact, and innovation across the Gulf.
Photo credit: MDS Storage Solutions
Partner of the Year, South Gulf: MDS Storage Solutions
The Partner of the Year, South Gulf award honors exceptional business performance, deep technical expertise, and proven customer success across the South Gulf territory. As a premier enterprise systems integrator in the UAE, MDS Storage Solutions is highly regarded for designing and deploying advanced, tailored enterprise data center solutions (encompassing servers, storage, backup, networking, and cybersecurity).
“Winning the Partner of the Year, South Gulf award is a proud moment for MDS Storage Solutions and the entire Group. It reflects our relentless dedication to technical excellence and our proven ability to deliver complex, future-ready data center solutions” said Hadi Nader, Executive Vice President, MDS System Integration Group.
“We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our end users for their continued trust, and to Dell Technologies for their invaluable partnership in making this happen. Together, we remain committed to empowering our enterprise customers across the region” added Hadi Nader.
This recognition reflects the organization’s highly qualified engineering team, profound technical capabilities, and consistent success in implementing mission-critical environments that support the digital evolution of regional enterprises.
Marketing Partner of the Year: MDS System Integration Group
The Marketing Partner of the Year award recognizes a partner who has established stellar brand alignment with Dell Technologies, executing strategic, high-impact campaigns that drive measurable market awareness, engagement, and pipeline growth across the region. MDS System Integration Group’s award emphasizes its excellence in translating complex technology offerings into clear, valuable solutions for the market.
Caroline Kazanjian, Group Marketing Director at MDS System Integration Group, commented: “Being named Dell Technologies Marketing Partner of the Year is a recognition of the strength and depth of our partnership. At MDS SI Group, we believe that marketing’s core role is to create the conditions for sustainable business growth, building market credibility, accelerating pipeline, and positioning our joint capabilities where they matter most to our clients. This award is equally a tribute to the marketing team whose dedication turned strategy into measurable impact. It reinforces our commitment to driving this partnership forward with the same ambition.”
A Landmark Milestone for the MDS SI Group
These dual honors reflect the combined strength of the MDS SI Group, proving its capability to deliver top-tier technical solutions alongside world-class strategic marketing. For an organization with decades of regional leadership, this double victory cements a long-term partnership with Dell Technologies built on mutual trust, outstanding performance, and shared regional goals.
MDS System Integration Group is the systems integration arm of the Midis Group. Having been in the market for more than five decades, MDS SI Group has extensive experience in delivering the most innovative technologies and empowering enterprises across the Middle East and Turkey.
MDS SI has been ranked #1 by IDC in terms of IT Services revenues across several countries in the GCC. Comprising 60+ companies spread across 11 countries and 18 major cities, MDS SI Group serves 5,000+ customers through 3,000+ professionals in sales, pre-sales, implementation, tech support, and more.
The Group provides complete turnkey solutions covering Digital Transformation (Cloud, AI, Data Management, Automation, Analytics), Data Center Infrastructure Services, Managed Services, Cybersecurity, Business Solutions, Professional Services, End User Computing, Mobility and Communications, Enterprise Infrastructure, Technical Services, Site and Power Solutions, ELV and AV, and Mobile and Containerized Data Centers.
MDS Storage Solutions (MDS SS), part of MDS System Integration Group, is a leading enterprise Systems Integrator in the UAE, leveraging long experience in the region and providing excellent service through a highly qualified, trained, and experienced team of engineers. Since its inception, MDS SS has focused on integrating and delivering customized advanced enterprise Data Centre Solutions, including servers, storage, backup, network, and security across the Middle East. Regional coverage is an indicator of the company’s experience, strengths, and ability to grow, manage, and support various types of projects and environments.
MDS awarded EcoVadis Bronze Medal for sustainability performance
Mideast Data Systems (MDS) LLC has been officially awarded the EcoVadis Bronze Medal, recognizing its strong sustainability performance and unyielding commitment to responsible business practices.
EcoVadis is one of the world’s most trusted and widely recognized providers of business sustainability ratings. Its comprehensive framework evaluates organizations across four core pillars: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement. The assessment is based on internationally recognized sustainability standards and evaluates the effectiveness of a company’s policies, actions, and reporting practices.
MDS achieved an overall score of 69/100 and ranked in the 77th percentile globally, outperforming 77% of companies assessed by EcoVadis – a truly impressive performance and a great tribute to the work of the MDS Sustainability Team.
The achievement, announced on June 5, reflects the significant progress made in strengthening sustainability management systems, enhancing governance practices, improving transparency, and embedding ESG principles across the organization.
Commenting on the achievement, Khaled H. Nehme, Project Director at MDS, said: “The EcoVadis Bronze Medal is an important milestone in our sustainability journey and reflects the dedication of our teams across the organization. We are proud of the progress achieved and remain committed to continuously improving our sustainability performance and creating long-term value for our stakeholders.”
MDS is part of MDS SI Group, whose sustainability vision is to integrate responsible environmental, social, and governance practices across its diverse operations, while driving long-term value creation and positive impact for stakeholders
MDS for Computer Systems wins KSA Partner of the Year at Cisco Partner Summit
MDS for Computer Systems (MDS CS) was awarded the accolade KSA Partner of the Year at Cisco Partner Summit 2025. The company was recognized as Partner of the Year for its innovation, leadership, and best practices as a Cisco Partner.
“Being named KSA Cisco Partner of the Year 2025 for the EMEA Middle East & Africa Theatre is a remarkable achievement and a proud milestone for our organization” said Yazid Irshaid, General Manager, Eastern Province, MDS CS.
“This recognition underscores the strength of our strategic partnership with Cisco, our commitment to innovation, and our relentless focus on delivering value to our customers. I would like to thank our teams for their dedication and our customers for their continued trust.”
Photo credit: Cisco
Recipients of Cisco Partner Summit Awards are top-performing partners that have introduced innovative processes, seized new opportunities, and adopted sales approaches that achieve substantial business outcomes for customers.
The awards recognize partners for their achievements within specific technology categories and markets across the world. Award recipients are selected by a group of executives representing Cisco’s Global and Regional Partner Sales Organizations.
Founded in 1982 by Sheikh Mohammed Mansour Al-Rumaih as Mideast Data Systems, today MDS CS is a well-known and highly reputable organization with a team of professional engineers and technicians, with a large base of satisfied customers, including significant numbers of large turnkey projects.
MDS CS takes a highly professional approach to meeting each of its customers’ unique business requirements. Its commitment in terms of financial investment and customer support is aimed at a long-term relationship with its customers.
Computer Direct Access (CDA) named as NVIDIA’s EMEA rising star
Dubai, UAE – Computer Direct Access (CDA), part of MDS System Integration Group, today announced it has been named the Rising Star at the EMEA NVIDIA Partner Awards 2026. The distinction recognizes CDA’s outstanding growth, technical expertise, and success in delivering AI and accelerated computing solutions powered by NVIDIA technology.
The “Rising Star” award, which celebrates the achievements of top-performing partners across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, is a testament to CDA’s significant investments and rapid advancement in building capabilities around NVIDIA’s industry-leading platforms. These platforms are critical for developing and deploying AI, machine learning, and high-performance computing (HPC) applications.
Mohamed Al-Bolbol, General Manager at Computer Direct Access: “To be recognized by NVIDIA as their Rising Star in the EMEA region is a powerful validation of our team’s dedication to AI and accelerated computing. This award is not just an honor; it is a reflection of our commitment to delivering transformative technology solutions that drive real-world innovation for our customers across the UAE.”
A partnership driving regional innovation
For years, Computer Direct Access has been a trusted technology partner for enterprises and government bodies throughout the UAE. This award from NVIDIA marks a key milestone in the company’s evolution, highlighting its strategic focus on the technologies that are reshaping industries.
The collaboration with NVIDIA empowers CDA to provide its customers with a comprehensive suite of solutions, from NVIDIA DGX™ systems for AI infrastructure to advanced networking and software platforms. This enables organizations to harness the power of AI to optimize operations, unlock new insights from data, and create innovative services.
Commitment to AI and accelerated computing excellence
The NVIDIA Partner Award underscores CDA’s deep-seated commitment to technical excellence and customer success. The company’s certified team of experts works closely with clients to design, deploy, and manage bespoke solutions that meet their unique challenges. By leveraging NVIDIA’s ecosystem, CDA is helping organizations across the region accelerate their AI journeys and achieve tangible business outcomes.
This honor is a shared success, made possible by the dedication of the entire CDA team and the strength of the partnership with NVIDIA.
Computer Direct Access (CDA), part of the MDS SI Group, is committed to driving business excellence by utilizing world-class technology solutions backed by the most powerful ecosystem. CDA delivers the latest technical solutions to the region, utilizing adopted worldwide best practices to be the premier option for a varied array of products, solutions, and client relations.
As a Solution Integrator, CDA is a Titanium Black Dell partner, an Enterprise VMware Solution provider, and an authorized reseller and service provider for a wide range of global brands. CDA delivers robust, cost-effective, and secure IT solutions to the education, advertising, hospitality, industrial, commercial, and governmental sectors, empowering organizations to transform their operations and drive continuous innovation.
Advanced Business Computing (ABC) earns prestigious 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year award
Advanced Business Computing (ABC) Qatar has been awarded the 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year award for the MENA area. This recognition highlights ABC Qatar’s exceptional achievements within the Google Cloud ecosystem, helping joint customers leverage cutting-edge technology to solve complex technical challenges and drive national growth.
ABC Qatar is being recognized for its unique ability to deliver research-grade environments through deep local expertise and on-site guidance. By bridging the gap between global technology and national research goals, ABC Qatar has established itself as the premier partner for organizations requiring secure, high-performance Google Cloud implementations that align with the Qatar National Vision 2030.
Throughout 2025, ABC Qatar demonstrated technical mastery by spearheading some of the region’s most advanced cloud infrastructures. Key milestones that led to this recognition include:
High-Performance Infrastructure: The engineering and optimization of advanced AI accelerator clusters designed to support large-scale computational requirements and national innovation goals.
Platform Integration: Enabling end-to-end machine learning lifecycles utilizing the Google Cloud Vertex AI platform, from large-scale data analysis in BigQuery to complex model training.
Technical Delivery: Management of rigorous implementation roadmaps, including specialized workshops that map complex scientific use cases to specific cloud technologies.
Sustainable Governance: Implementation of ongoing managed services and FinOps practices to ensure the efficient and fiscally responsible use of high-performance resources.
The ABC Qatar team at the Google Cloud Next 26 event in Las Vegas. Photo credit: ABC
“Our mission at ABC Qatar is to translate global innovation into local impact” said Bassem Shatila, General Manager at Advanced Business Computing (ABC) Qatar.
“Being named the 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year validates our commitment to engineering secure ‘Landing Zones’ that remove technical barriers to discovery. We are proud to provide the raw computational power and managed environments that allow the region’s brightest minds to lead the next generation of breakthroughs” added Bassem Shatila.
“The Google Cloud Partner Awards honor the strategic innovation and measurable value our partners bring to customers,” said Kevin Ichhpurani, President, Global Partner Ecosystem and Channels, Google Cloud. “We are proud to name Advanced Business Computing a 2026 Google Cloud Partner Award winner, celebrating their role in driving customer success over the last year.”
The 2026 Google Cloud Partner of the Year award is a global recognition of partners who have demonstrated outstanding success in helping organizations grow and innovate using Google Cloud.
Advanced Business Computing (ABC) Qatar, a part of the MDS SI group, is Qatar’s premier technology integrator and a leading Google Cloud partner. Specialized in digital transformation, cloud architecture, and AI/ML deployment, ABC provides local organizations with the expertise and on-site support required to implement complex, high-performance technology solutions that drive national growth and innovation.
MBCOM Technologies, Broadcom Representative, wins seven partnership awards from Broadcom
MBCOM Technologies was honoured to receive seven partner awards from Broadcom at their annual Software Partners Awards. The achievement highlights the strong partnership between the two companies and the dedication MBCOM’s teams show each day in supporting customers throughout the region.
On the Group website, Broadcom set the scene for the awards: “Our winning partners played key roles in driving innovation, go-to-market execution excellence, investing in enablement and technical expertise — all while delivering superior customer outcomes.”
Nehme Mouchantaf, VP META & EE, MBCOM Technologies, Broadcom representative, thanked everyone involved at MBCOM: “Behind every award is the dedication of our incredible team, the trust of our customers, and the strength of our partnership with Broadcom. Thank you Broadcom for this recognition and for the continued collaboration that drives innovation and impact across our markets. Here’s to pushing the boundaries even further — together.”
On their LinkedIn profile, the MBCOM team thanked Broadcom for the awards in this way: “Below are the awards granted to MBCOM. The first three are global worldwide awards, which is a remarkable accomplishment and a reflection of the great work being done across our organization. We are very proud of all of you. This recognition celebrates our commitment to cybersecurity leadership, technical excellence, and consulting expertise — helping organizations innovate, secure their environments, and unlock the full value of Broadcom’s portfolio.”
At the Broadcom Software Partnership awards, MBCOM received:
Global Partner of the Year – Cybersecurity Partner of the Year
Global Partner of the Year – IMS Partner of the Year
Global Technical Enablement – Partner of the Year
Cybersecurity Aggregator – Partner of the Year – EMEA
Expert Advantage Consulting Services – AOD Partner of the Year – Europe
Broad Portfolio – Expert Advantage Consulting Services – Europe
Technical Enablement – IMS Partner of the Year – Europe
MBCOM Technologies is a subsidiary of the Midis Group and is the sole distributor for Broadcom Software (including CA and Symantec software solutions) in five substantial territories – the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, Eastern Europe and CIS.
MAGNOOS Information Systems recognized as EMEA Partner of the Year 2026 and honored for delivery excellence at 2026 BMC Helix Solution Provider Partner of the Year Awards
Dubai, UAE – 22 April– MAGNOOS Information Systems has been recognized by BMC Helix at the 2026 Solution Provider Partner of the Year Awards, receiving the EMEA Partner of the Year 2026 – Sales Award and an Honorable Mention for Helix Best Practices – Delivery.
These prestigious recognitions celebrate partners that demonstrate excellence in innovation, transformation, and measurable customer outcomes. The awards were announced during BMC Helix’s Global Sales Kick-off. The achievement reflects MAGNOOS’ strong position in enabling organizations to accelerate their digital transformation journeys through AI-driven operations, intelligent automation, and enterprise service management.
“At MAGNOOS, we believe that true transformation is measured by execution and outcomes” said Abdullah Smadi, General Manager. “Being recognized across both Sales and Delivery by BMC Helix reinforces our commitment to not only drive growth, but to deliver real, scalable impact for our customers across the region.”
“Congratulations to today’s winners, all of whom demonstrated what’s possible when deep expertise meets a shared commitment to delivering meaningful customer outcomes. Together, we’re helping our customers navigate transformation with confidence, and extending the value they realize from our solutions” said Jeff Hardy, Chief Revenue Officer, BMC Helix.
Through its strategic partnership with BMC Helix, MAGNOOS continues to support enterprises in modernizing IT operations, enhancing service delivery, and unlocking value through AIOps, automation, and data-driven decision-making. BMC Helix’s robust partner ecosystem extends the reach of its solutions, enabling organizations to maximize value and achieve meaningful business results.
MAGNOOS Information Systems is a leading provider of Data & AI, Intelligent Automation, and Digital Service Management solutions across the Middle East. As part of the Midis Group, MAGNOOS helps organizations transform their operations through cutting-edge technologies, enabling smarter decision-making, operational efficiency, and scalable innovation. With a strong partner ecosystem and deep domain expertise, MAGNOOS delivers end-to-end solutions spanning data platforms, AI use cases, and enterprise automation to drive measurable business outcomes.
i4 Solutions named Security Partner of the Year at Cisco Partner Summit 2025 in San Diego
i4 Solutions has been named Security Partner of the Year at the Cisco Partner Summit 2025, which took place in San Diego from November 3-5. The annual summit brought together industry leaders, innovators, and global partners to explore the future of networking, security, and AI-driven technology.
Attended for i4 by General Manager, Boutros El Haddad, the event, at the San Diego Convention Center, was filled with keynotes, strategy sessions, and deep-dive discussions on how partners can help customers navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape.
The event had an important impact on Boutros: “the AI era has disrupted the technology industry in a lot of unprecedented ways, of which I single out two: The pace of innovation is leaps and bounds faster than anything the industry has seen since the invention of the mainframe, taking technology vendors by storm with many arguably struggling to keep up. And technology is now more intimately tied than ever to the end-user’s very own value proposition, with more direct impact on their value drivers across the board – which might be cost, revenue generation, profitability, value creation, sustainability, customer engagement, experience and more.”
Another take home from San Diego was how Cisco is delivering. According to Boutros, the many new announcements mean Cisco is poised to solidify a leadership position among technology vendors in the age of AI, pivoting towards managed services models and radically revamping their value proposition with an integrated portfolio of innovative solutions for AI-ready data centers, digital resilience, and future-proof workplaces suitable for this exciting new era.
“The most important of Cisco’s new launches, however, is undoubtedly the Cisco 360 Partner Program which builds on its hugely successful predecessor and the robust partner ecosystem that it has generated over decades” writes Boutros. “The new program realigns the priorities of partners such as i4 Solutions beyond the traditional transactional duties, embedding lifecycle thinking into their entire operating model providing the structure, tools, metrics, and rewards they need to focus on effectively driving customer business outcomes in more tangible ways.”
The Security Partner of the Year award is handed over Boutros El Haddad (center, right). Photo credit: i4 Technologies
The award marks a proud moment for i4 Solutions, recognizing the company’s strong performance in delivering advanced security solutions and supporting clients across the region. In the award citation, Cisco highlighted i4 Solutions’ commitment to excellence, technical expertise, and ability to build long-term value for customers dealing with evolving security challenges.
“Being recognized as Security Partner of the Year at CiscoPS25 is a proud moment for our entire team. This award reflects our commitment to helping customers stay secure in a fast-moving world and the strong collaboration we’ve built with Cisco over the years. We’re excited about what this partnership will unlock next” said Boutros El Haddad GM of i4 Solutions. Boutros recently celebrated 20 years’ service working at i4 Solutions.
In the fast paced, data-driven world we live in today, it is essential for businesses across different sectors to adopt new information technology solutions that are more effective to their business operations. i4 Solutions is dedicated to offering companies the technologies that enable their digital transformation journey towards improving day-to-day operations, providing valuable data and reporting, and guaranteeing a competitive advantage in the 21st century.
ABC clinches double victory at Google Cloud Summit Doha 2025
Doha, Qatar, June 2025: Advanced Business Computing (ABC) Qatar made headlines at this year’s Google Cloud Summit in Doha, taking home two prestigious awards that spotlighted its rising influence in the region’s digital transformation landscape.
Around two thousand delegates enjoyed the summit event and the following award ceremony at the Qatar National Convention Center which shone a spotlight on twelve partners from Qatar. ABC was recognized as the Fastest Growing Partner of the Year and Apigee Partner of the Year, underscoring its rapid growth and technical excellence in API management and cloud integration.
“These awards are a testament to the dedication and expertise of our team, and the strong partnerships we’ve built with our clients and Google Cloud” said Bassem Shatila, General Manager, Advanced Business Computing.
The summit gathered industry leaders, innovators, and cloud experts, highlighting the peak of ABC’s ongoing collaboration with Google Cloud. ABC has a long-standing partnership with Google and is recognized as a Premier Partner. ABC provides a comprehensive suite of Google technologies and services, including Google Workspace, Google Cloud, Apigee, Gemini, AgentSpace, NoteBookLM, SecOps, and more.
Advanced Business Computing W.L.L. is a leading provider of Information Technology products and services in Qatar. The company collaborates with top industry vendors and holds several prestigious partnerships, including being a Google Cloud Premier Partner, a Dell Technologies Titanium Black Partner, an Nvidia Partner, a VMware by Broadcom Partner, a Gold Trellix Partner, and an Apple Authorized Reseller. With extensive experience and a strong reputation as a trusted IT partner in the Qatari market, ABC is known for delivering exceptional products, solutions, and services, all complemented by outstanding customer care.
ICT Qatar sweeps three major industry awards in a single month
Doha, Qatar, May 2025: in a month of milestones, Information & Communication Technology (ICT) Systems – Qatar has reinforced its position in the region’s technology landscape, securing three prestigious partner awards from Red Hat, Veeam, and HPE Aruba Networking.
In the world of data protection and backup, ICT rose to the top as Veeam’s ‘Gulf Top Partner of the Year.’ This award honors ICT’s leading role in delivering high-performance, resilient cloud and backup solutions that protect mission-critical business continuity across the Gulf.
The ICT team accept their trophy from HPE Aruba. Photo credit: ICT W.L.L.
Recognized for its excellence in network innovation and customer-first solutions, ICT was named ‘SME Partner of the Year’ by HPE Aruba. The award reflects ICT’s unwavering focus on transforming infrastructure into intelligent, secure, and scalable ecosystems.
Bachir Skaf, General Manager, ICT, (right) accepts the Red Hat trophy for Partnership Leadership Excellence. Photo credit: ICT
ICT also claimed two standout honors from Red Hat:
Strategic Deal of the Year – for sealing a game-changing partnership that reflects bold enterprise modernization.
Partner Leadership Excellence – awarded to ICT’s General Manager, Bachir Skaf, for visionary leadership and for forging strategic digital transformation paths in the region.
“This triple recognition is more than a series of wins—it’s a validation of our strategy, our partnerships, and the extraordinary people who bring ICT’s vision to life every day” said Mr. Skaf.
As the tech industry continues to shift rapidly toward AI-driven, cloud-first, and data-secure models, ICT stands out not only as a solutions provider—but as a trusted, forward-thinking advisor to enterprises in Qatar and across the region.
Information and Communication Technology is part of the MDS System Integration Group. Over the years, ICT has been able to build on its long experience to address customer business requirements and challenges with cutting-edge infrastructure solutions. By capitalizing on its business and technology knowledge, ICT effectively contributes to the local IT evolution and development that the State of Qatar is witnessing.
To develop a focus on digital transformation, ICT offers its services portfolio through two divisions: ICT- Systems (hardware and systems), and ICT-Digital (software and digital services). ICT-Digital offers a set of services to enterprise customers such as: Cloud/multi-Cloud solutions & services, Data Platforms, Big Data Analytics, IoT/IIoT, Cybersecurity, Digital transformation advisory services, industry-specific digital business use cases and more.
Multiple recent award successes for Midis Group affiliates
In the last month, three Midis Group affiliates have once again shown their excellence by accepting industry awards, and one affiliate, MDS for Computer Systems, was awarded three times!
MDS for Computer Systems were firstly honored to be recognized by Tenable as a 2025 Global Partner Award recipient and a Tenable Assure Gold Partner. The recognition reflects the company’s shared commitment with Tenable to delivering cutting-edge exposure management and cybersecurity solutions across Saudi Arabia.
“Together, we’re empowering organizations to gain complete visibility, effectively prioritize risk, and reduce cyber exposure in an ever-evolving threat landscape. Here’s to stronger partnerships, continued innovation, and securing the digital future — together!” wrote a company spokesperson on LinkedIn.
The MDS CS team accept the Crowdstrike award. Photo credit: MDS CS
MDS for Computer Systems also won the Partner Excellence of the Year Award from CrowdStrike.
This recognition is a testament to the dedication, collaboration, and trust the company has built together in delivering industry-leading cybersecurity solutions to its clients.
“A big thank you to the CrowdStrike team for this incredible honor—and to our own team for their unwavering commitment to excellence. Here’s to continued innovation and partnership in securing the digital future.”
The MDS CS team were pleased to accept the Network Security Award from Palo Alto. Photo credit: MDS CS
“This prestigious award is a testament to our deep expertise, unwavering commitment to cybersecurity excellence, and the strength of our strategic partnership with Palo Alto Networks. Together, we’re helping organizations across the region stay secure in an ever-evolving threat landscape. A big thank you to our dedicated team, our customers, and the Palo Alto Networks team for this incredible recognition” wrote a company spokesperson on their LinkedIn profile.
On the left, the MDS Site & Power team at the e& Awards event. On the right, the trophy they were pleased to accept. Photo credit MDS Site & Power
The team at MDS Site & Power were very pleased recently to have won a key Strategic Award from e& for business continuity at the e& Annual Partner Awards. “Always on the leading edge and seeking excellence” wrote Ghassan Abdel Rahman, Managing Partner, about the award on LinkedIn.
“Having this award signifies that MDS Site & Power demonstrates outstanding commitment and innovation in effectively responding to and recovering from disruptions. The award symbolizes dedication, hard work, and the ability to maintain operational stability in the face of challenges.”
The Mindware team with their award trophy. Photo credit: Mindware
There was a proud moment for the Mindware Qatar team as they received Eaton’s Recognition Award for Outstanding Performance in 2024.
“This achievement reflects our team’s dedication, strong collaboration with Eaton, and continued commitment to excellence. Congratulations to the entire team!” said a posting on the Mindware LinkedIn profile.
MAGNOOS awarded BMC’s 2025 DSOM Partner of the Year for EMEA
MAGNOOS Information Systems, part of MDS System Integration Group (MDS SI), has been officially awarded BMC’s 2025 DSOM Partner of the Year for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.
The award was presented on April 17 during BMC’s Global Sales Kick-off in Las Vegas, recognizing MAGNOOS for its outstanding leadership, innovation, and delivery excellence in Digital Service & Operations Management (DSOM) across the region.
“It’s not just an award—it’s a reflection of the trust our clients place in us, the passion of our people, and our relentless commitment to digital transformation” said Abdullah Smadi, Regional Director – DSM & IA. “We extend our sincere thanks to BMC Software for this incredible honour—and to our exceptional team whose dedication and drive made this achievement possible.”
The BMC Solution Provider Partner awards celebrate partners who demonstrate leadership in collaborating with BMC to drive innovation and transformation for customers. It’s also important that they are showcasing excellence across the partner community through consistent growth and technical certifications.
“Our partners are a powerful extension of BMC, and we’re proud to celebrate their innovation, expertise, and relentless commitment to customer success,” said Paul Cant, Chief Revenue Officer at BMC, in a company press release about the awards. “As we move into this exciting new chapter with BMC and BMC Helix, our partner ecosystem will continue to play a critical role in accelerating digital transformation for our customers around the world.”
Operating across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, MAGNOOS delivers cutting-edge enterprise solutions to leading organizations in government, banking, telecom, energy and beyond. Backed by a team of 100+ certified professionals, the company continues to empower enterprises with scalable, high-impact digital service management strategies.
MAGNOOS is a regional system integrator and digital transformation leader, specializing in Data and AI, Digital Service Management and Intelligent Automation. As part of the MDS SI group, MAGNOOS empowers clients with innovative solutions that drive measurable business results.
Mindware awarded Dell Distributor of the Year trophy at Dell Technologies Forum AI Edition
The Mindware team, lead by Philippe Jarre, President of the Group, were pleased to be awarded the Dell Distributor of the Year – UAE trophy at the Dell Technologies Forum AI Edition at the Coca Cola Arena in Dubai on January 16.
“I am proud to share that Mindware has been, once again, recognized as the ‘Dell Distributor of the Year – UAE’ at the prestigious Dell Technologies Forum” said Nicholas Argyrides – VP Gulf & East Africa – Mindware.
“This award is a testament to our 17-year strategic partnership with Dell Technologies, a bond built on sincere collaboration, mutual trust, and long-term commitment. Together, we are expanding our footprint across the region, driving innovation, and continuously striving to deliver exceptional value to our partners and customers.”
With an exhibition booth ready to showcase the latest Mindware services and solutions along with Dell Technologies products, the team welcomed to the event existing clients and partners and presented all the latest AI innovations from their extensive portfolio.
Mindware, a leading IT distributor in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, takes pride in offering top-quality global brands to over 7,500 partners with legal entities in 13 countries. With a rich history dating back to 1991 and headquartered in Dubai, UAE, Mindware’s unwavering commitment spans over three decades, empowering businesses with cutting-edge IT solutions and fostering digital transformation. Mindware’s comprehensive offering encompasses a selection of leading brands in infrastructure, networking, security, and storage.
As part of its Value-Added Distribution (VAD) methodology, Mindware goes the extra mile to provide supplementary value-added services to its reselling partners including pre-sales consultancy, implementation services, local technical support, marketing enablement tools, and multiple channel-enabling programs. Supported by strategically positioned logistic centres in key locations, Mindware ensures seamless distribution across all channels, efficiently catering to the needs of its esteemed partners and customers.
ICT celebrates prestigious recognition as Microsoft Partner of the Year
Doha, Qatar, November 2024: Information & Communication Technology (ICT) – a member of East Gulf Group – proudly hosted a momentous celebration at its newly inaugurated headquarters in Doha to mark its recognition as Microsoft Partner of the Year. The event was graced by the presence of Mrs. Lana Khalaf, General Manager of Microsoft Qatar, accompanied by members of her leadership team.
The ceremony included a comprehensive presentation, a guided tour of ICT’s cutting-edge facilities, including its state-of-the-art SOC room, delightful refreshments, and a celebratory cake-cutting ceremony followed by a group photo session to commemorate the occasion.
Cutting the cake to celebrate the major award from Microsoft. Photo credit: ICT
In his keynote speech, Jihad Abi Saleh, President of East Gulf Group, praised the extraordinary achievements of ICT. He emphasized that this esteemed recognition serves as a cornerstone for future milestones, bolstered by ICT’s strong partnership with Microsoft.
Jawad Alam, General Manager of ICT, shared his vision for the company’s evolution from a traditional system integrator to a digital transformation leader. He highlighted ICT’s focus on key areas, including Cybersecurity, Data and AI, as part of its commitment to fostering innovation, enhancing customer experiences and delivering transformative solutions. He further reaffirmed ICT’s dedication to talent development and industry expertise to meet the dynamic demands of the digital age.
The achievement underscores ICT’s unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, and the coompany is honored to share this success with their valued team, partners, and clients.
Jihad Abi Saleh praised the Microsoft partnership at the celebration event in the new ICT head office. Photo credit: ICT
Back in July 2024 when the award was announced, Microsoft recognized ICT for a standout accomplishment: “Information and Communication Technology – using Microsoft Azure OpenAI – developed an AI Virtual BOT and a smart assistant to facilitate government-citizen interaction for the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology.”
The Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards program celebrates partners who deliver exemplary solutions built on Microsoft Cloud and platforms. The award citation specifically highlighted ICT’s significant achievements and innovations in Artificial Intelligence.
Members of the ICT team gathered for the event. Photo credit: ICT
Information and Communication Technology is part of the MDS System Integration Group. Over the years, ICT has been able to build on its long experience to address customer business requirements and challenges with cutting-edge infrastructure solutions. By capitalizing on its business and technology knowledge, ICT effectively contributes to the local IT evolution and development that the State of Qatar is witnessing.
To develop a focus on digital transformation, ICT offers its services portfolio through two divisions: ICT- Systems (hardware and systems), and ICT-Digital (software and digital services). ICT-Digital offers a set of services to enterprise customers such as: Cloud/multi-Cloud solutions & services, Data Platforms, Big Data Analytics, IoT/IIoT, Cybersecurity, Digital transformation advisory services, industry-specific digital business use cases, etc.
MDS Dubai wins prestigious Golden Collaboration Award from Nutanix
The team at MDS Dubai are celebrating after being named double winners at the Nutanix Emerging Market Partner Summit and Awards which took place at the end of November.
Nutanix colleagues and their major partners gathered in beautiful Zanzibar at the Kwanza resort on November 18 to celebrate annual milestones, recognize outstanding efforts, and gear up for an even greater FY25.
MDS Dubai took home the Golden Collaboration Award and Nutanix also recognised the contributions of individuals across partner businesses. Sudhakar Thyagarajan, General Manager at Mideast Data Systems was awarded the Nutanix trophy for the Best Leading Sales Performance in 2024.
“This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to collaborating with our strategic partners to achieve excellence and deliver outstanding results for our clients” said Group Managing Partner Ali Awada who accepted the trophies on behalf of the team. “We are deeply honored by this acknowledgment from Nutanix and remain steadfast in our pursuit of innovation, setting new benchmarks in the industry.”
He also expressed heartfelt appreciation to the MDS Dubai team: “Thank you to our employees for your relentless hard work and contributions to our shared success with Nutanix. This award solidifies MDS Dubai’s position as a leader in fostering impactful partnerships and driving industry excellence.”
On the MDS Dubai LinkedIn profile, a spokesperson thanked Ali Awada for his leadership in this way: “A heartfelt thank you to Ali Awada, our Group Managing Partner, for his invaluable leadership and presence at the summit. His guidance and vision have been instrumental in achieving these milestones. To all our partners in the Emerging Market and UAE, your success in FY24 has been extraordinary.”
The precious trophies awarded to MDS Dubai and Sudhakar Thyagarajan, General Manager at Mideast Data Systems, at the Nutanix event in Zanzibar. Photo credit: MDS Dubai.
MDS Dubai is one of the leading system integrators in the Gulf region. The company specializes in Data Centre Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure and Information Security, Cyber Security, Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity, Cloud and Artificial Intelligence.
Computer and Power Technology recognized as MEA Application Experience Partner of the Year at Cisco Partner Summit 2024
Computer & Power Technology (CPT), part of MDS Computers, a subsidiary of Midis Group, was recognized as the ‘MEA Application Experience Partner of the Year’ at the Cisco Partner Summit 2024 in Los Angeles which took place October 28-30.
Eddy Abboud, Vice President, MDS Computers, received the trophy on behalf of CPT, underscoring the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional growth and application experiences for clients, all driven by a shared vision of excellence.
On the company LinkedIn profile, a spokesperson said this about the award: “A heartfelt ‘thank you’ to David Meads, Abdelilah Nejjari, Ossama Eldeeb, Priya Limaye, Sameena Naaz, Mohannad Abuissa, and the entire Cisco management team for their continuous support and collaboration. We look forward to achieving even greater success together as we continue on this incredible journey… These results wouldn’t have occurred without the efforts and dedication of our great team at CPT. We are proud of you!”
Recipients of Cisco Partner Summit Awards are top-performing partners that have introduced innovative processes, seized new opportunities, and adopted sales approaches that achieve substantial business outcomes for customers. The awards recognize partners for their achievements within specific technology categories and markets across the world. Award recipients are selected by a group of executives representing Cisco’s Global and Regional Partner Sales Organizations.
Based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, CPT is a leading technology reseller with a specialization in Endpoint, Perimeter, Datacenter Security, Analytics, Data Center, Collaboration, Cloud and IoT. CPT is a registered Gold Cisco Partner in the UAE – in addition to a long-standing relationship with several key technology vendors in the country.
CPT’s unique competitive advantage stems from its exceptional staff, which has earned its recognition as the #1 IT Service provider in the UAE. CPT solution architects, engineers, and consultants ensure that each customer receives a fully customized solution that is then managed end-to-end through affiliates and their portfolios.
i4 Solutions wins Cisco ‘Commercial Partner of the Year’ award for the Middle East, Africa, Turkey, Romania and CIS region
The team at i4 Solutions were thrilled to receive the ‘Commercial Partner of the Year Award’ for the Middle East, Africa, Turkey, Romania and CIS region at the Cisco Partner Summit 2024 that took place October 28-30 in Los Angeles, CA.
Present at the event in Los Angeles, California from i4 Solutions were Boutros El Haddad, General Manager and Khaled Mhawish, Deputy General Manager. The award recognizes the exceptional performance of i4 Solutions in the Commercial Segment at a broad regional level, for remarkable growth of sales numbers and their superior technical abilities to deliver complex solutions and services.
The company has been a Cisco Gold Partner for over two decades, and holds Master Specializations in Security and Networking, and various advanced certifications in Webex Contact Center, Collaboration, Cloud Computing, Cloud Networking, Full-Stack Observability, XDR, SASE, and Customer Experience.
Seen here enjoying the Cisco Summit, are from left to right, Khaled Mhawish, Deputy General Manager, i4 Solutions; Priya Limaye, Partner Organisation Lead – Gulf, Cisco; Abdelilah Nejjari, Managing Director, Gulf region, Cisco; Boutros El Haddad, General Manager, i4 Solutions. Photo credit: Cisco
“I would like to extend my gratitude to the entire team at i4 Solutions for their exceptional work and contributions to this success” said Boutros El Haddad, General Manager, i4 Solutions. “On behalf of my team, I would also like to thank the entire team at Cisco Systems in Qatar under the leadership of Hasan Khan, Ahmed Shah, and Omaima Rojbani, as well as the regional leadership of David Meads, Osama Deeb, Abdelilah Nejjari and Priya Limaye for this recognition and their invaluable, unwavering support.”
“We at i4 Solutions are proud of our long and rich track record of success and growth with Cisco Systems, and we are looking forward to underscore bigger achievements for both i4 Solutions and Cisco Systems in the future” added Boutros.
Recipients of Cisco Partner Summit awards are top-performing partners that have introduced innovative processes, seized new opportunities, and adopted sales approaches that achieve substantial business outcomes for customers. The awards recognize partners for their achievements within specific technology categories and markets across the world. Award recipients are selected by a group of executives representing Cisco’s global and regional partner sales organizations.
After the presentations there was time for a group photograph with the award winners and the Cisco team. Photo credit: Cisco
In the fast paced, data-driven world we live in today, it is essential for businesses across different sectors to adopt new information technology solutions that are more effective to their business operations. i4 Solutions is dedicated to offering companies the technologies that enable their digital transformation journey towards improving day-to-day operations, providing valuable data and reporting, and guaranteeing a competitive advantage in the 21st century.
Total Technical Triangle wins ‘Rising Star’ award at Dell Technologies Forum
After a successful year partnering with Dell Technologies in Saudi Arabia, Total Technical Triangle (3T) was recently awarded the ‘Rising Star’ trophy during the Dell Technologies Forum held on October 31 at the Hilton Riyadh.
During 2023, across the Kingdom, 3T has accomplished many milestones and supported Dell in pitching new products. The company is proud that the Dell APEX model was brought to the Saudi market by 3T.
A spokesperson for 3T thanked the Dell team on their Linkedin profile: “It was an honor for 3T to participate in the Dell Technologies Forum 2024 in Riyadh. This recognition highlights our achievements and partnership with Dell Technologies, showcasing our commitment to excellence in the industry. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all attendees, industry leaders, and partners who made this event truly remarkable. Thank you for your continued support and trust.”
The Dell Technologies ‘Rising Star’ award given to 3T. Photo credit: 3T
Total Technical Triangle (3T) is a comprehensive technology solutions and integration service provider with over 18 years of experience. 3T is under the Al-Rumaih Group (MMR) in Saudi Arabia and is part of the Midis Group. 3T was founded in 2005 with a major focus on Dell products, catering for the Large Public and Private sectors of the Kingdom.
In the past three years, 3T has expanded its partnership with Dell and became a Global Titanium Black partner covering Dell, EMC & VMware. Today the company is also a Microsoft License Solution Provider and an Apple Authorized Reseller in Saudi with a focus on B2B sales.
3T is aiming to be a major contributor in achieving Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy and aspires to spearhead futuristic technology solutions to enhance their clients’ proficiencies, competencies, and return on investment.
