FileNet, a global leader in Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solutions, has announced an aggressive expansion strategy for the GCC markets, driven by a more focused partnership with EBLA Computer Consultancy Co., FileNet's
master Value Added Reseller (VAR) for the Gulf countries.
FileNet will be leveraging EBLA's regional market expertise to focus on Enterprise Content Management (ECM), which is recognized as a strategic factor for any business and organization.
According to IDC, the market for ECM is forecasted to grow from US$ 2.8 billion in 2001 to over US$ 8.3 billion in 2006 worldwide, at an average annual rate of 24 per cent.
Commenting on its strategic alliance with EBLA during a press conference held Wednesday, Carlo Stellati, Vice President FileNet, South Europe, Middle East and Africa, said: "The rapidly expanding ECM market in the Middle East, driven by businesses keen to adopt global practices, offers high potential. Governments and businesses understand the value and key role of ECM and several innovative projects are beginning to focus on Business Process Management, the most advanced area of these technologies, to automate, streamline and optimize business operations. The implemented solutions in the Middle East are as sophisticated as applications in other countries."
"The past few years have taught businesses that the only way to stay ahead is to adopt proven solutions that drive growth and productivity worldwide," said Hilal Arnaoot, Managing Director, EBLA. "As the Value Added Reseller
of FileNet products, we fully understand the impact FileNet products, particularly its ECM solutions, have on the functioning of any organisation. The Enterprise Resource Management market in the Middle East has demonstrated continually increased demand. Today the market is worth US$ 50 million pr year. We are delighted with the enhanced partnership we have established with FileNet and are confident of expanding its client base through our market knowledge, professional service and contacts in the field."
EBLA Computer Consultancy Company, established in 1993, with branches in all the Gulf countries, is the Master VAR for FileNet in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Egypt, Jordan and the U.A.E. EBLA provides second level technical support to all the other FileNet local resellers and is the Authorized FileNet Training Center for the Middle East. EBLA has a large customer base, counting on many referenced applications developed for the Public Sector, Financial Services, Oil & Gas and Telecommunications industry. (menareport.com)
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