Dubai, October 9, 2011: The Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) is showcasing the many eServices it has made available on its website, www.dubaided.gov.ae, at GITEX Technology Week 2011, the premier information technology expo being held at the Dubai International Convention Centre from 9-13 October. DED is exhibiting at Dubai eGovernment's stand.
DED has developed a range of online services in collaboration with Dubai eGovernment for investors, company owners and public relations officers (PROs) which greatly improve the quality of services offered to customers. Several DED staff members from the Business Registration and Licensing Division will be present at the stand to address visitors' inquiries regarding the services.
Mr Mohammed Shael Al Saadi, CEO, Business Registration and Licensing Division, said: "GITEX Technology Week is an ideal platform to raise awareness about the importance of eServices in enhancing economic performance and developing a competitive knowledge-based economy in line with the UAE Vision 2021. We seek to communicate with visitors and inform them of the eServices package that we offer, as well as review the latest technical innovations and connect with top international companies".
"Our eServices platform confirms DED's commitment to applying eGovernment policies and procedures that raise productivity levels and ensure high quality service to customers. At GITEX, DED is highlighting technology-driven initiatives that ensure added-value service to its clients and empower Dubai's businesses with e-Commerce capabilities that lend momentum to the transformation of Dubai into a knowledge-based economy," added Al Shael.
The range of eServices offered by DED includes a number of online initiatives that streamline and simplify the process of setting up and running a business in Dubai. These include reserving and renewal of trade name, renewal of licenses, initial approval of licenses permits for most activities, and updating trade license data.
The eServices also include Transaction Status, whereby customers can check the status of the transaction by using a transaction number, license number or initial approval number. Search Trade Names enables users to reserve trade names or find out if the desired name is already taken. Company Lookup helps to search for existing companies operating in Dubai and gain information on their contact details and business activities. A Number of Licenses per Person Report is also available whereby the number of licenses registered under one person's name can be known.
Through Business Set -p Simulator, potential investors can get a rough estimate on the cost of setting up a new business in Dubai, while License Renewal Cost Estimator allows existing companies to find out the cost of renewing their licenses. The Activity Search procedure helps users to understand more about the activities that are classified by DED.
The Create Account Name service allows users to create a special account to be able to complete transactions electronically, Reservation and modify Approintment service provides transactions in one of DED's branches (Business Village, Al Tawar Branch), and the Print a License service allows users to print their licensing after adding details to their personal account.
Informative and easy-to-use, the web services feature descriptive help text, Arabic/English support and a user-friendly layout and design. Internet users can instantly access the information without having to go through any registration process.
The Business Registration and Licensing Division has accredited three centers as well as law firms to provide business registration and licensing services during non-working hours. These include On Time Centre, Tas'heel Center, Emirates Secretarial Services, in addition to Al Tamimi & Company.
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About Department of Economic Development (DED):
The Department of Economic Development (DED) is the government body entrusted to set and drive the economic agenda of the emirate of Dubai, UAE. DED supports the structural transformation of Dubai into a diversified, innovative service-based economy that aims to improve the business environment and accelerate productivity growth.
DED and its agencies develop economic plans and policies, identify and support the growth of strategic sectors, and provide services to domestic and international investors and businesses.
For further information, please contact:
Nisreen Safar
Director, Marketing & Communications
Department of Economic Development
Tel: (971 4) 3613067
Email: nisrin.safar@dubaided.gov.ae
Nedal Alasaad/Nafisa Marzouki
ASDA'A Burson-Marsteller
Tel: (971 4) 4507600
Fax: (971 4) 4358040
Email: n.alasaad@asdaa.com / n.marzouki@asdaa.com
© Press Release 2011
