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Nokia to Build Innovation Lab in Dubai

Nokia unveiled plans to open an innovation lab in the UAE as part of wider anyRAN software which is compatible with any cloud
ambitions to deepen its cloud RAN push in the Middle East and Africa while server or hardware. There is a further plan to combine
boosting the adoption of AI and other technologies across the region. The Nokia’s software with Dell’s cloud platform to improve
Finnish vendor stated the laboratory will complement existing collaborations the performance of open network architectures, as
with Dell Technologies and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) to develop new well as to deploy HPE’s hardware for Nokia’s acceler-
innovations around cloud RAN and strengthen its own portfolio, pointing to its ator cards. Tibor Fabry-Asztalos, SVP for product de-
velopment engineering and telecom system business
at Dell said the partnership will aid “network operators
digitally transform and quickly bring innovative and rev-
enue-generating solutions to the market”. Nokia added
it will work with other market-leading hyperscalers to
encourage the “flexibility of choice of technology sup-
pliers and operating environments”. The Dubai facility
will also target new use cases around smart and con-
nected industry, and Nokia stated its MX Industrial Edge
platform can aid local enterprises accelerate the shift
to Industry 4.0. Network optimization through the use
of AI and machine learning will also be a key focus at
the laboratory.

Oman Broadband’s CEO: Adhering to ISO Standards

is a Transformative Step Towards Long-Term
Success

Oman Broadband company has obtained 9001:2015 Quality Management System healthy, and sustainable work environment,
international recognition from International Certification, ISO 45001:2018 Occupational and is also another notable achievement
Organization For Standardization by Health and Safety, and ISO 14001:2015 that boosts Oman Broadband's position in
receiving three ISO certifications, through Environmental Management System. ITHCA Group and the ICT sector.
which it approves the accomplishment of a This international recognition reflects NEW CERTIFICATION
comprehensive management system. The the commitment of Oman Broadband to Obtaining ISO 9001:2015 Quality
QHSE team in the Division of Enterprise international standards and demonstrates Management System Certification is
Performance made that achievement, its excellence, sustainability, and an acknowledgment to the company’s
and it enhances the core values of the stakeholder confidence. Obtaining these commitment to a customer-centered,
institution represented in reliability, prestigious certifications accentuates the quality assurance and continuous
efficiency, cooperation, responsibility, and company's firm commitment to provide improvement approach. This certification
innovation.The company has received ISO outstanding service and maintaining a safe, is also evidence of the continuous pursuit
of efficiency and reliability in all business
operations. Attaining ISO 45001:2018
Occupational Health and Safety is a global
standard for health management systems
and occupational safety, demonstrating
the company's commitment to providing
a safer and healthier work environment.
It also emphasizes responsibility towards
employees, stakeholders and society
overall. ISO 14001:2015 certification for
the environmental management system,
confirms the dedication to managing
environmental responsibilities effectively,
in line with the company's commitment to
sustainability. In this respect, Eng. Sultan bin
Ahmed Al Wahaibi, CEO of Oman Broadband,

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