The visit served as an opportunity for Microsoft to share with Abu Dhabi government officials the latest technology innovation on the Devices and Services front

Microsoft's commitment to ADSIC remains a priority to support the capitals developmental plans through technology innovation and Smart Solutions

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 10 April 2014: Over 30 executives from various Abu Dhabi government entities visited the Microsoft Executive Briefing Center in Redmond, Washington receiving insights into the latest technology innovation for government entities. During the briefing, Microsoft delivered a four-day customized agenda around topics ranging from Microsoft innovation that enhance Smart government and key industry mega trends in addition to an opportunity to engage in open dialogue with Redmond based executives and subject matter experts.

The briefing provided visiting executives from Abu Dhabi government with an opportunity to experience technology innovation that can support the development of 'Smart Solutions'. This direction is in-line with the use of technology to deliver enhanced services to citizens and residents of Abu Dhabi to in-line with plans to increase the capital's global IT and government services competitiveness.

Commenting on the recent visit to the Executive Briefing Center, Ibrahim Youssry, Regional Public Sector Director at Microsoft Gulf said, "Microsoft is committed to our partnership with ADSIC to support Abu Dhabi's developmental plans through technology innovation. At Microsoft UAE, we believe that our technology innovation can serve the Abu Dhabi Vision 2030 by empowering government entities to enhance their productivity and boost innovation. I would like to take the opportunity to thank ADSIC for their participation at the Executive Briefing Center as we jointly embark on serving the vision of the leaders of Abu Dhabi and the UAE."

Abdul Karim Al Raeesi, Director of Strategy & Planning at the Abu Dhabi Systems & Information Centre said, "Our visit to Microsoft's Executive Briefing Centre is a testimony of the strong ongoing partnership between Abu Dhabi government and Microsoft. As the government entity in charge of Abu Dhabi's ICT agenda, we are committed to transform government services to contribute to the development of an IT-enabled and competitive economy. This is a great opportunity to experience technology innovation and to meet IT subject matter experts in a focused and customized environment."

Attendees departed with a shared understanding of how they can incorporate Microsoft innovation that helps drive unparalleled productivity and scales rapidly to meet the needs of today's government entities that help the leaders take informed technology decisions for their company or government institutions."

Furthermore the event also served in empowering government entities from Abu Dhabi-UAE with technology innovations, making enhanced productivity possible to serve the vision and agenda of enhanced global competitiveness.

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Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ:'MSFT') is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft Gulf opened its Dubai-based headquarters in 1991. Microsoft Gulf today oversees Microsoft activities in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and UAE.

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