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Canon demonstrates portfolio of solutions for Africa , Middle East hospitality
Canon Middle East demonstrated its extensive portfolio of print and design solutions tailored for the hospitality sector at the MEA Stakeholder Conference in Dubai . The conference , a key gathering of hospitality decision-makers in the Middle East , Africa , and Europe , provided the ideal platform for Canon to connect with owners , operators , developers , and consultants involved in hundreds of hotel projects across the region .
From high-volume print management for central reprographic departments , CRDs , where high-volume printing is essential for daily operations , to customised print applications and innovative interior décor solutions , Canon offers a comprehensive suite of services .
Ayman Ali , Marketing Director , B2B , Canon Middle East , stated : “ In today ’ s competitive hospitality landscape , creating a truly memorable guest experience is paramount .
This requires meticulous attention to detail , from operational efficiency to personalised branding and bespoke design elements .”
Within its dedicated experience room , Canon showcased its Workspace Solutions , focusing on Managed Print Services and highlighting a case study video featuring Canon ’ s successful print room implementation at both Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal . This example demonstrated the tangible value and efficiency Canon brings to high-volume printing environments typical of large hotels .
Attendees explored Canon ’ s diverse range of customised print solutions designed to enhance guest experiences and hotel operations , including personalised welcome cards , menus , signage , training materials , promotional posters , and creative displays like backlit signage , vinyl stickers , and floor graphics . These applications , produced
on various custom media , demonstrate Canon ’ s commitment to delivering innovative solutions tailored to the hospitality industry .
Further emphasising its commitment to innovation and its position as a provider of design and décor solutions , Canon showcased its capabilities in producing wallpaper , canvas prints , tile prints , and printing on various surfaces , including doors , glass , furniture , and a variety of rigid materials .
Qlik appoints Redington as distributor for AI solutions across 74 MEA countries
Qlik , a global provider in data integration , data quality , analytics , and AI , announced its partnership with Redington , a technology aggregator and innovation powerhouse across emerging markets . This collaboration marks a significant step in Qlik ’ s regional growth strategy , ensuring that Qlik partnerships in MEA will now be streamlined through Redington .
“ Partnering with Redington allows Qlik to expand our reach into one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing markets globally ,” said David Zember , Senior Vice President of Worldwide Channels and Alliances at Qlik .
“ Redington ’ s regional expertise and strong relationships with partners across MEA will enable businesses to unlock the full potential of their data , driving meaningful outcomes through analytics and AI .”
Through this partnership , Qlik and Redington will deliver the following benefits :
Streamlined Partner Access : As a key Qlik ’ s distributor in MEA , Redington will manage reseller relationships , simplifying operations for partners and ensuring consistency across 74 countries .
Localised Expertise : Leverage Redington ’ s deep understanding of the MEA region to tailor Qlik solutions to local business needs , fostering greater adoption .
Enablement at Scale : Provide regional partners with comprehensive training , co-marketing initiatives , and demand generation campaigns to accelerate onboarding and engagement .
Comprehensive Solution Portfolio : Distribute Qlik ’ s trusted offerings , including Qlik Talend Cloud for AI-augmented data integration and Qlik Answers for extracting insights from unstructured data .
“ Redington is thrilled to partner with Qlik to bring advanced data , analytics and AI solutions to businesses across MEA In today ’ s fast-paced digital economy , AI plays a pivotal role in driving smarter decision-making , optimising operations , and unlocking new growth opportunities ,” said Dharshana Kosgalage , Executive Vice President of Technology Solutions Group at Redington MEA .
“ MEA is a region of immense opportunity , where businesses are eager to harness the power of data , analytics , and AI to drive growth ,” said Tejas Mehta , Senior Vice President and General Manager , Middle East and Africa at Qlik .
Top , Tejas Mehta , and bottom , David Zember
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