Axiom Telecom launches Arabic online shopping for UAE customers

May 22, 2012 (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) - The rise of e-commerce in the region has seen Axiom Telecom report growing demand for its existing e-store, with consumer demand for expansion resulting in the launch of the Arabic language version for regional audiences.

The online shopping platform http://online.axiomtelecom.com/ allows customers to benefit from the specialist knowledge and experience that Axiom offers across mobile phones, tablets and accessories, then have them delivered to their doorstep.

The e-store will offer the same products that are available at any Axiom retail location, but with the convenience of shopping from home, work or even a mobile device. Additionally, the e-store will include previews of upcoming products as well as exclusive e-store deals.

As the leading retailer in the Middle East, Axiom Telecom provides customers with access to the very latest technologies and devices, often in advance of market release. This pre-order service will now be available to Axiom's online customers, together with the extensive product range that can be found in Axiom retail stores.

Axiom has ensured that the e-store also provides complete payment flexibility for its customers, who can pay for their purchases via credit cards, as well as bank transfer or cash on delivery. In addition, the store's thawte digital certificate provides additional security for those making online payments.

"The Axiom Arabic e-store is an example of our drive to provide the best available service to our customers in the Middle East. Our English language e-store has seen constant growth in traffic since it was launched, and demand from Arabic speaking customers meant that it was a natural progression for us. In addition to the convenience of shopping online, our e-store customers will also benefit from the range of value-added services that are unique to the store and e-store exclusive deals," said Faisal Al Bannai, Axiom Telecom CEO.

The Arabic e-store will offer many additional services as well, such as:

24/7 customer support (both telephone and e-mail support);

Free shipping in the UAE, with same day delivery in Dubai and Sharjah and 48 hour Delivery to other Emirates.

One-Page easy checkout;

An exclusive two-year warranty on all Nokia and Sony;

Bundle offers which will be shipped at no extra charge

Pre-order new products before it is available in retail stores.

Regional warranty for all Blackberry phones

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About Axiom Telecom
Axiom Telecom was established in 1997 by Faisal Al Bannai and is today the leading multi-brand, multi-channel distributor and retailer of mobile telecommunications devices, accessories and telecom services in the Middle East.

Axiom's distribution network provides multiple points of access to the end consumer through three principal routes: the retail channel, through a variety of brands and store formats; a micro-distribution channel, for independent stores; and a macro-distribution channel serving wholesalers for domestic and international sales. The Group has more than 3,000 employees and operates over 700 retail points and reaches over 3,200 points of sale across the Middle East. The Group also has strategic interests in associated companies operating in the India and South Africa.

The 'Axiom Promise' is a commitment to excellent customer service and continuous innovation to ensure customers receive the best ongoing support and advice on a wide range of telecommunications products and services, including: