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ELLEN FLANNERY

This month ’ s cover hears from Abdul Kadir Kothi , IT Infrastructure Manager at ACICO Group . ACICO Group , one of Kuwait ’ s largest building materials manufacturers , has seen business efficiency soar while IT costs plummet following its Nutanix migration . The Middle East construction sector is booming and as a leading materials supplier to the region ’ s many iconic projects , ACICO Group runs its manufacturing operations like a well-oiled machine . As is now the case across industries , IT plays a pivotal role in enabling this . So , when the Group ’ s IT team saw that the complexity of its server , storage and network infrastructure was beginning to place the efficiency of its operations at risk , they got on the front foot and migrated to Nutanix .

“ Ultimately , that ’ s what it ’ s all about – IT in service of the business , and that is precisely what Nutanix empowers us to deliver ,” said Kothi .

Dive into this partnership on page 48 .

Beyond manufacturing , the construction industry in the Middle East is also witnessing a transformation thanks to technological advancements . WakeCap , a leader in smart solutions for construction site management , shares the key trends shaping the future of construction technology in the region on page 17 . These innovations enhance safety and efficiency on sites and pave the way for cost savings and improved project execution .

economy , green energy and digital technologies like digital twins and Metaverse in upcoming mega projects . Learn more on how technology is transforming UAE ’ s construction industry in ways you may not expect on page 63 .

Data storage has had its challenges with its relationship with sustainability and with green attitudes often overlooked , it is vital for our planet that energy efficiency is taken control of . Setting an unmatched industry standard , Virtual Storage Platform One Block receives the top spot for exceptional energy efficiency and performance , setting a prime example for greener energy operations . Learn more on how this was achieved on page 39 .

We also have a range of ‘ Intelligent ’ pages , which feature the latest in automation , cloud , network , green , BIM and security .

I hope you enjoy this issue and if you would like to contribute to any future editions then please do not hesitate to contact me .

With the UAE ’ s real estate sector anticipated to reach a staggering value of US $ 710 billion by the end of 2024 , this reinforces the importance of developers prioritising sustainability , circular

Ellen Flannery Editor

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