Thursday, 21 April 2016

Huawei Stands Among the Top Revenue Generating Across the Globe


Huawei has become the most celebrated brand in terms of customer priority, superior quality products, ever-enlarging consumer pools and most importantly in terms of revenue generating. Definitely, all this indicates the greater sales of Huawei products, most trusted services of Huawei and the confidence that Huawei has successfully attained in the national and international markets. Adding to this is the purely gentle and realistic marketing tactics Huawei has adopted where it has not only highlighted the products but equally concentrated to the larger benefits of the customers. 

According to the recently revealed reports on the last year’s revenue Huawei has demonstrated overwhelmingly outstanding  performance and even it stands out among the world top brands, beating them far behind in the growth rate. The report shows that Huawei has reaped a 37% increase in the year on year basis revenue generation. That is 395 billion in local currency or $60 billion. Only CNY 36.9 billion among this was the net profit for Huawei, which is again 33% more than the previous year.

Huawei’s all the three business groups can be listed according to the growth pattern as; Huawei Carrier group witnessed a 21% enhanced revenue generation as compared to the year of 2014 i.e. CNY 232.3 billion, Huawei’s Enterprise Business Group stands second in the queue  with CNY 27.6 billion that is 44% increase YoY (wide growth noticed in public safety, finance, transport and energy sectors.), and at last and the most important growth rate noted was from the Huawei Consumer Business Group with a 73% straight increase.

The Huawei Consumer Business group has put forward the huge revenue of $19.9 billion, which is incredibly higher for any brand with a short history for being in the market. Huawei has succeeded in performing better than the once great names of the technology world like Nokia, Erricson and Cisco.   

 MD for Huawei Devices Pakistan –Mr. Shawn said, “Huawei has always been on a long term strategy to invade the market with a rather better products and services unlike other technology brand. What we have achieved year after year is a clear depiction of the fact that Huawei is not a technology brand only, but it is actually a consumer’s brand with all its concentrations towards innovative technology products and the superior customer satisfaction standards.”

Mr. Shawn also said that for the next 3 to 5 years, Huawei has planned to particularly focus for enhancing connectivity alongside concentrating on the development of vertical businesses (industries) and redefining the networking capabilities. He also mentioned that all the business groups of Huawei has a highly integrated, coherent and progressive policies designed to achieve the ultimate goal with an utmost commitment to success.

As compared to the Huawei growth Ericsson announced a mere increase of 8% in its revenue with only $30 billion. Nokia came up with $14.24 billion, a 6% increment as compared to 2014. And the Cisco could only reap 4.3% growth year on year basis. This has been noted while probing the YoY growth of technology icons that the sustained pattern of positive growth by Huawei is majorly due to its heavy investment in R&D that makes it most advanced and the most superior in the world of technological innovations and subsequently it grows faster and with stability.



Microsoft launches Pakistan’s first of its kind Employability/Entrepreneurship Platform– Rozgar.Work



Microsoft, a global leader in technology and innovation along with its implementing partner, World Vision-Pakistan, has launched Rozgar.Work – an Employability and Entrepreneurship Platform. The Rozgar.work platform provides job-seekers with end-to-end career guidance, up skilling, job-matching and mentorship – all centred on a free online hub that brings the best resources together in a bold attempt to address unemployment and underemployment. The platform is powered by Microsoft Windows Azure Cloud, SQL, & SharePoint 2013. The Federal Minister for Planning and Development – Mr. Ahsan Iqbal was the chief guest at the launch ceremony held in the Serena Hotel, Islamabad. 

Rozgar.Work is aimed at catalysing ‘Employability’ and ‘Entrepreneurial skills’ among the Pakistani youth. It is a Microsoft YouthSpark initiative to create a comprehensive ecosystem to support the talented Pakistani youth in enhancing their skill-set and ensure a bright future for the whole nation. Microsoft’s solution, in the form of its Employability Platforms, has previously landed in 16 markets to date including Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Iraq, Qatar, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Botswana, Algeria, Ghana, Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan, Turkey and now Pakistan, and will expand to 21 countries across MEA including Tanzania, Mozambique, Angola, Zimbabwe, Madagascar and Mauritius. To date, the YouthSpark employability platform has reached 5.8 million youth with a target of reaching 7 million by the end of FY15. In addition, 69,000 job opportunities have been posted on the job search tool against 100,000 job openings goal to be reached by the end of the year. 

Speaking on the occasion the Federal Minister for Planning – Mr. Ahsan Iqbal stated that: It is heartening to see a technology leader like Microsoft, working on Youth Workforce Development, in collaboration with a robust humanitarian organization like ‘World-Vision International-Pakistan’. Leveraging technology can help expand social-development outreach like never before. Smartphone penetration and increased connectivity can transform eLearning & teaching resources, while opening fresh avenues of knowledge for the masses. We need to invest on our youth, to meet national challenges.

The Employability Platform nurtures the essential ingredients for Workforce Development, and helps the youth in becoming employed or self-employed. The Rozgar.Work platform has adopted a unique approach by offering; ‘Career Counseling & Guidance’ with info and stats about job markets. It provides ‘Mentorship’ along with Training to develop Soft & Hard Skills. The platform also boasts Online & Mobile Job-Matching & Search-functionality’. The ‘Entrepreneurial Resources’ section of the platform helps in enhancement of Business skills, while the ‘Networking Opportunities’ section helps the youth in expanding their Community-based networking capabilities.

This platform offers a comprehensive solution to the diverse needs of the youth, while helping them identify the most suitable career trajectories. Rozgar.Work also offers extensive On-line and Off-line training options for different skills - customized to specific target groups and market needs. Resources are provided to budding entrepreneurs, along with cutting-edge tools that help them leverage productivity and technology, to ensure their entrepreneurial growth.

Microsoft Pakistan’s Country General Manager - Mr. Nadeem Malik stated that: At Microsoft we believe in sharing our success with the communities, wherever we operate. Rozgar.Work is a robust platform which can enable revolutionary enrichments in the society, by empowering the youth, to find effective solutions for the various challenges faced by the society. Entrepreneurship and skill-development are the solution to many of Pakistan’s economic issues. Microsoft is committed to create fresh opportunities for the youth, to play a key role in nation-building. We appreciate the valuable support from WVI-Pakistan to make this program successful.
The Program Development Manager at WVI -Pakistan– Mr. Rizwan ul Haq stated that; we are really excited to be a part of this pioneering initiative with Microsoft. World Vision is an international humanitarian organization that works for poverty alleviation, Social Development, Disaster-Relief, Education, Healthcare and Justice for the deprived segments. We would like to thank the leading enterprises like TIE, PASHA, that have joined today’s event to show their support for this initiative.
                

Wednesday, 20 April 2016

Huawei Launches best Server With 32 Sockets


Huawei recently launched the first ever 32-socket x86 mission critical mission server. The server is named after a Chinese mountain, KunLun. This is one of the best innovations of Huawei in technology world and the socket will enable huge traffic to align on the server with better speed and quality. Moreover, an SGI was also described in an official presentation at the launch event that can further be extended to 64-sockets.

Certainly, Huawei has strong guts in every field of technology and it has the best innovative products to offer. Huawei has been growing with an accelerated pace in the markets across the globe as it has prioritized the customer’s need and focused deeply on R&D. The competitors of Huawei on the other hand facing difficult market situations in 2016 just like they had faced in the last year. This clearly depicts two things; a) Huawei has given confidence to the customers across the globe for its quality products and high customer satisfaction,  b) Competitors have no innovative approach and technology anymore to share with the consumers. Hence Huawei is the smart choice and the global brand for the technology lovers.


Huawei has set ambitious goals at the start of 2016 that it has prepared well to achieve and heading with the best momentum ever seen by any technology manufacturer or solutions provider. 

Tuesday, 19 April 2016

Samsung KNOX Receives Most “Strong” Ratings of Any Security Platform in Gartner Report Mobile Device Security: A Comparison of Platforms


Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd. today announced that Samsung KNOX 2.6, Samsung’s built in defense grade security that is ready for work right out of the box,received the most “Strong” ratings of any mobile security platform in the report “Mobile Device Security: A Comparison of Platforms” from Gartner, Inc..The report,published on April 6, 2016 compared the core OS security features built into twelve mobile device platforms as well as enterprise management capabilities.

Gartner notes, “Security professionals must make informed decisions about deploying management software or mobile security apps, or whether they can rely on the various devices’ security controls.  This assessment focuses on the security requirements that apply to mobile devices and compares the most popular mobile device platforms with respect to these requirements.”

“Samsung prides itself on providing end-to-end solutions that are secured at the core” said Injong Rhee, Executive Vice President and Head of R&D, Software and Services, Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics.  “In today’s mobile-first environment, data privacy and protection are the integral components of all mobile applications and services, and KNOX is a ready-made hardware-vaulted security platform on which many mobile applications can be built with strong security and privacy protections on Samsung smartphone hardware.  We’re proud that Gartner has evaluated KNOX with the ‘Strong’ ratings in many aspects ofsecurity features.”

Gartner gave Samsung KNOX the most “strong” ratings of any platform for Corporate Managed Security.  Samsung KNOX is also the only platform with “strong” ratings for every security control listed in the Corporate Managed Security category according to the report. We believe this highlights Samsung’s industry leading position in categories such asAuthentication Methods, Encryption Management, Jailbreak/Root Protection and App Vetting.   

Samsung KNOX provides enterprise-ready devices with built in defense grade security, right out of the box. Anchored in the device’s hardware, Samsung KNOXprotects the device from the moment it boots up all the way through launching an app.KNOX 2.6 is the latest version of Samsung’s mobile security platform, available on the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge devices. The KNOX 2.6 security platform is also optimized for Android M,which contains a number of features that enhance security and user productivity.




Samsung launches Galaxy J3 (2016) smartphone with 4G and 5-inch HD display


Samsung Electronics has launched its powerful new Galaxy J3  (2016) 4G smartphone in Pakistan. The innovative Galaxy J3 (6) promises superb functionality and cutting-edge features, that inspire the users to ‘Live It Up with Galaxy J 2016”.

The Samsung Galaxy J3 (6) is powered by 1.5GHz quad-core processor and it comes with 1.5GB of RAM and 8 GB ROM , enriched with an Android 5.1 Operating System, enable seamless multitasking and smoother UI transitions. It features a large 5.0 inch, HD sAMOLED display for a stunning video and image viewing experience.

It boasts an 8 MP Rear Camera and a 5 MP Front Camera with Flash for capturing exceptional pictures & crystal-clear videos. The Galaxy J3 (6) enables faster web browsing and gaming as well as lag-free multitasking to access countless new features and Apps. It is powered by an enhanced 2,600mAh removable battery, with an ultra power-saving mode for long-lasting usage.

The President of Samsung Electronics  Pakistan- Mr. J. H. Lee said: “It is a tradition at Samsung to create delightful experiences and specialized products for diverse consumer segments. The Galaxy J3 (6) promises high-performance with superior connectivity, versatile cameras and vivid screens. It empowers the user to engage in a smart lifestyle and exciting social networking experiences, besides attaining higher professional productivity.

The ‘Smart Manager’ feature lets you check and manage a range of essential information on your Galaxy J3 device, including; storage space, memory status and much more. The ‘Ultra Power Saving Mode’ will allow you to cut-down on your battery consumption, by shutting down non-essential features, whenever you are running low on battery. A Smart Switch allows Transfer of contents easily from iOS or other Android devices.

The Galaxy J3 (6) is a smartphone with compact design and well-rounded performance – Packed with smart and convenient features you can enjoy. It looks good, performs great, and makes your life a whole lot more fun!



Huawei Officially Begins Huawei Pay Service through NFC from China


Huawei indeed is a leading technology master in the world and it has higher goals that have ever been set and achieved by any technology brand. Huawei has been growing throughout the globe by leaps and bounces and it has indulged itself with a larger spectrum of it consumers’ day to day needs and desires. From technology solutions to smart phone, from best entertainer to the best service provider, Huawei can be witnessed everyday life. Owing to its commitment elevate technological advancement across the globe and to serve its customers with the best, Huawei has recently announced a premier Huawei Pay service, from China.

The said service can be availed by the local consumers by simply utilizing the NFC chip of their Huawei smart phone. In a recent development a Chinese payment service provider, China Union Pay collaborated with the technology giant to the larger pools of Huawei brand customers in China. Although, other competitors in the technology world have also begun such services, but it is strongly expected Huawei due to its popularity for being customer oriented brand will earn the accolade and the said service will spread readily across the world. This will not only connect the world in a better way.

MD Huawei devices section in Pakistan, -Mr. Shawn said, “Huawei Pay service is one of our best gifts to our loyal brand followers in China. We are also looking forward to begin the Huawei Pay service in Pakistan as well Because Pakistan is the 3rd largest market where an affirmative trend of growth of the Huawei has been witnessed last year. Furthermore, Huawei has a considerably larger consumer pool in Pakistan.”



9th Pakistan TELECON 2016 on May 17 in Islamabad

The 9TH Pakistan TELECON 2016 organized by Shamrock Conferences International with the support of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) will be held on May 17, 2016 at the Marriott Hotel Islamabad. The theme of the conference is “At the Crossroads of Revolutionary Technology Challenges”

Syed Ismail Shah, Chairman, PTA will be delivering the keynote address whilst eminent speakers, experts and panelist will be dilating in the four dedicated sessions on regulatory, technology, ICT Entrepreneurship and Social Impact, respectively. The agenda, an evolving document, may be viewed at www.shamrockconferences.net

Coinciding with the World Telecom Day 2016, the annual assembly of key stakeholders from Pakistan’s telecom, IT, financial, social and related sectors, will focus on major developments from a regulatory perspective, including the Telecom Policy and the recently tabled Cybercrime Bill 2016. In addition, updates on emerging technologies, e-commerce, e-education, Internet-of-Things (IoT), start-ups and social impact of entrepreneurship.

Menin Rodrigues, Convener of TELECON 2016 said, “It is heartening to note that the telecommunication and ICT conference, now in its ninth consecutive year, has attained an important place on the annual calendar of events. I appreciate the support of the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecom, the PTA, and our consulting body, who with their advice and wisdom, make TELECON a signature event of the industry.”

An interesting aspect of TELECON will be the interactive panel discussion hovering on the global theme of World Telecom Day 2016, “ICT Entrepreneurship for Social Impact” which will feature inputs from startups to lending by commercial banks, to success stories and e-education. Registration is open at conferences@shamrockcom.net