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to work with and is helping us to deliver Connect fabric instantly via the Console demand global connectivity across key
SDN in unique markets with an optimized Connect online portal or through an open markets in Africa, Asia and the Middle
end-to-end experience. We are building API.Carrier customers such as neutrality. East. Using the Console Connect Network-
a world-class platform that is tailored to one can create connections between their as-a-Service (NaaS) platform, neutrality.
the changing demands of enterprises. NNI port and any other port on the Console one can extend its global reach while its
We are delivering the networking they Connect fabric instantly via the Console customers can experience new levels
need to succeed.” neutrality.one is in the Connect online portal or through an open of flexibility, reliability and control. The
process of deploying further Console API. Mr. Michael Glynn, Vice President Console Connect ecosystem is constantly
Connect NNI ports in the Middle East, of Digital Automated Innovation, PCCW evolving to enable carrier partners and
Hong Kong, London and Singapore. Carrier Global, said, “This SDN collaboration NaaS providers to interconnect to our
customers such as neutrality.one can ensures neutrality.one can offer more platform to deliver services on-demand as
create connections between their NNI flexibility to its enterprise customers, well as extend their backbone network at
port and any other port on the Console who can now enjoy the benefits of on- the click of a button.”

stc Bahrain Wins Bahrain’s “Best Integrated
Payment Solutions Provider” At The Global

Economic Awards 2020

stc Bahrain, the world-class digital more relevant to the needs of today’s fast- solutions and set new benchmarks in the
enabler, has won the distinguished “Best moving, digital consumer. With a market- Fintech sector. The stc pay is another step
integrated payment solutions provider” leading reputation for innovation aligned forward for us to go beyond the Telecom
award at The Global Economic Awards with evolving customer requirements, pure-play and enrich the lives of our
2020. The award recognizes stc Bahrain’s the company has been focusing on customers even further and create a safe
contribution to the Kingdom’s progress digital technology and digital solutions and integrated digital service experience.”
towards a cashless and digital economy. that are secure, quicker, and easier. Eng. The Global Economic Award adds to the
It proactively addresses the growing need Nezar Banabeela, CEO of stc Bahrain, many local, regional and international
for payment solutions convenient and commented: “We are honored to be awards, which stc has won since its
easy to use with its digital mobile wallet, recognized as the Best integrated payment inception, including Best enterprise
stc pay. The achievement reiterates stc solutions provider award on a prestigious service, Best Digital Transformation and
Bahrain leading the way in digitizing international platform as we continue to Best Customer Service.
service experiences and making them invest in next-generation innovative digital

Tech Mahindra Expands Strategic Alliance with
BMC Software to Enable Digital Transformation

for Global Enterprises

Tech Mahindra, a leading provider of digital of BMC Software’s Global Outsourcers collaboration will enable clients leverage
transformation, consulting and business and Systems Integrators (GOSI) Program cutting-edge services with BMC Software
reengineering services and solutions, that focuses on mutual business growth, toolsets, powered by Tech Mahindra
expands its strategic alliance with BMC vertical solution offerings, joint marketing, Infrastructure services. Tech Mahindra and
Software, a global leader in IT solutions skill enhancement and a dedicated BMC BMC Software aims to reinvent business
for the Autonomous Digital Enterprise, to Software Center of Excellence (COE). As operations through best-in-class solution
enable digital transformation for global part of the partnership, Tech Mahindra offerings for next-generation service
enterprises. The multi-tiered partnership and BMC Software will jointly work and operations management, multi-
will focus on increasing agility and reducing towards driving global opportunities cloud management, and automation to
time to market by leveraging AIOps in areas including sales, marketing, streamline business applications, enhance
(Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations) presales, technical support, trainings, business delivery, and reduce risk.
and analytics. Tech Mahindra is a part and certifications amongst others. The

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