Dubai, UAE – October 13, 2016 

Gulf Software Distribution (GSD) will be present at the 36th annual GITEX Technology Week in Dubai, held from October 16th-20th, to introduce their full range of IBM and NetSuite software solutions to strategic partners across the region and beyond.

Newcomer on the scene, GSD is an IBM value added distributor. The company offers the region’s most comprehensive approach to the VAD market, providing business partners with comprehensive access to IBM software solutions and a solid technical ecosystem that ensures the right resources are in place for business partners at all times. GSD’s extended team also has over 300 IBM software certifications which sets it apart from other companies in the GCC.

Building on overarching theme of this year’s GITEX, “re-imagining realities”, GSD will be showcasing its latest IBM offerings that will be vital in digitalization, including Watson Analytics, IoT, as well as an array of security, commerce, and Cloud solutions. GSD will also provide visitors with a demo to what is currently the #1 business software suite in the market, NetSuite.

Commenting on GSD’s participation this year, GSD General Manager Philippe De Mazieres said: “We’re excited to be able to showcase our solutions at GITEX for the first time. The Middle East is a thriving region for several industries – all of these requiring cutting edge ICT solutions in order to reach their maximum potential. We look forward to growing along with our business partners in the coming years and demonstrating our ability and commitment to supporting the goals of Dubai and the greater Gulf region.”  

Stand highlights include dedicated interactive areas that will provide visitors with a hands-on experience of GSD’s software offerings. The GSD stand will be located in Hall 7, Stand A7-40.

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About Gulf Software Distribution
Gulf Software Distribution (GSD) is the established VAD in the GCC region fulfilling directly from IBM the widest range of software solutions (GMSR & non-GMSR products). A unique relationship with IBM allows GSD to offer Business Partners the agility of a newly established organization combined with the expertise and strength of IBM, a company with over 100 years heritage of innovation. In addition, the company was also recently appointed as a strategic partner for Netsuite in the region.

As the leading VAD in the region, we focus on the technologies that are indispensable in today’s market including mobility, analytics, cloud, security and collaboration.

As a leading distributor of IBM products and solutions, GSD connects Business Partners to more customers and more solutions. Our complete suite of IBM products and services, as well as the strength of our partnerships across the GCC ensures that Business Partners are equipped to build revenue generating opportunities

For further information, please contact:
Tina Varghese                 
Weber Shandwick 
Tel: +971 4 445 2245 
Email: Tvarghese@webershandwick.com    

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