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EDITOR ’ S NOTE
Greetings to the readers of Intelligent CIO Middle East . In our special Gitex 2023 edition we present two interesting must reads . Top technology innovators participating in Middle East ’ s leading ICT event , Gitex 2023 appear in our Gitex Preview . This special section contains 18 profiles of the top ICT companies and their pre- Gitex announcements . virtual reality experiences for remote and on-site visitors using high-capacity and secure Wi-Fi from HPE Aruba Networking and fabric networking from Extreme Networks .
With Extreme Fabric Connect and Universal 5000 Series switches , the temple can support advanced applications and services throughout the new complex .
The second must-read in this special Gitex edition is our feature on the CIO-business scorecard . At one time , sole custodian of technology rollouts in the enterprise , the role of the CIO today has transformed into custodian of innovation supporting business and delivering to the enterprise .
The role of the CIO is progressively expanding to align with the organisation ’ s evolving needs , encompassing a wider range of responsibilities than ever before . CIOs should never underestimate the importance of constant , clear , and transparent communications with both IT and business stakeholders . Most enterprise solutions require a complex mix of information technologies and cross-functional internal and external talent .
Top executives from Barracuda Networks , Cloud Box Technologies , Dell Technologies , Epicor , Fortinet , ManageEngine , Omnix International , Qualys , SolarWinds , Veritas Technologies comment on these present day dynamics .
With several thousand people expected to visit the temple per day , the BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi prioritises the security of its network and the safety of its users .
Turn these pages to access the Gitex Preview , CIObusiness scorecard , and our monthly case studies .
And in our well-thumbed Editor ’ s Question section , top industry executives from NetApp , Endava , Qualys , Cloud Box Technologies , share their perspectives on how CIOs can be measured for their contribution to innovation inside the enterprise ?
All of this and our range of thought leadership blogs , news , features , and trends in the pages ahead . Wishing you the best at Gitex 2023 .
Another interesting feature-case study is the usage of high speed networks to boost religious experience remotely . BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi will offer
Arun Shankar Managing Editor arun @ lynchpinmedia . com
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