a leading global ICT solutions provider at GITEX 2016 slated on Oct. 16-20, 2016 at Dubai World Trade Center and see how Huawei's ‘new ICT' solutions are helping to shape the future in a connected world. Huawei will showcase the latest ICT innovations that enable organizations across the Middle East to succeed in their digital transformation. Charles Yang, President of Huawei Middle East, said: "The need of the hour is for infrastructure networks in the Middle East to connect cities - creating information-sharing platforms that carry smart applications for happier and safer communities. At GITEX 2016, Huawei brings the latest technologies, innovations and best practices that redefine the way organizations operate in a Smart City environment." Embracing innovation from the Internet of Things (IoT), Cloud, Big Data, Mobility and Software-Defined-Networking (SDN), Huawei looks forward to giving visitors a chance to: Witness some of our latest product innovations from cloud data centers, developments in the software-defined networking (SDN) space otherwise known as Huawei's Agile Network, digital banking, smart hotels, to other solutions that are digitally transforming businesses Meet and listen to success stories from some of the end-users who drive their business on our existing infrastructure Learn about our close collaboration with partners and entities in the public sector that has been key in bringing about industry-specific innovation. This year's key highlights include solutions developed together with Huawei's technology partners, designed specifically for government, education, hospitality, real estate, banking and transportation sectors in the Middle East. Huawei Innovation Day will take center stage during the GITEX Conference on Day 1 of GITEX, from 16:00 to 18:30 at Sheikh Maktoum Hall. Top Huawei business leaders, product experts, partners and customers will present keynote sessions and a panel discussion focused on ‘shaping the future in times of innovation'. Huawei Innovation Day will also see the launch of a new Smart City Readiness Index that is being developed by Navigant, commissioned by Huawei. — SG
