4 decades of IT evolution in Pakistan led by Systems Limited

As the Information-Technology (IT) sector of Pakistan has achieved tremendous success, playing a pivotal role in national progress, over the past four decades. This innovative industry has nurtured innovative and robust enterprises in Pakistan. Among the key players of this dynamic industry, Systems Limited, is one exemplary organization, which has specialized in the most advanced technologies, to remain at the forefront, for over forty years now, to earn the stature of Pakistan’s premier technology provider.

In a message to all employees, the Chairman of Systems Limited - Aezaz Hussain congratulated his team on the stunning results achieved over the past four decades, with hard work and dedication. He emphasized on the impact of technology-led solutions, developed by Systems. These technologies ensure higher productivity with enhanced information-management, across all sectors of the industry, in Pakistan and other countries around the world.

Mr. Hussain underscored the importance of the export of IT services for the company’s growth, and of employee ownership for its sustained success. He also lauded the leadership of Asif Peer, CEO, Systems Limited, whose vision and business acumen has helped the company achieve new heights.

Looking ahead, Mr. Hussain stated the importance of maintaining strong technical capabilities and a commitment to innovate. “The base has been set and the future leaders today have the resource strength and financial backing to grow this company manifold,” he said.

To symbolize its spirit of innovation and continual reinvention, Systems Limited has marked this occasion by launching a new company logo. With a bold, sharp design, the new logo will improve Systems’ international brand recognition.

“Our new logo will enhance Systems’ brand identity in both domestic and international markets,” said Asif Peer, CEO and Managing Director, Systems Limited. “As Systems Limited continues to cement its position as a leader in technology and innovation, this new look will become truly iconic. For the past forty years, products and services bearing the Systems mark have stood for quality, creativity, and value, and our new logo will quickly become synonymous with technology solutions of the highest standard.”

For more information on how Systems Limited has enabled long-term success for its customers, please visit www.systemsltd.com.

Pakistani Students awarded second prize at Huawei Middle East ICT Skills competition 2017 held in Shenzhen, China

Huawei conducted "Huawei Middle East ICT Skills Contest - Final" in Shenzhen headquarters, 13 college student teams from 10 countries and totally 39 students participated in the finals. Pakistan was represented by two teams (six students) participating in the finals this year, after they successfully distinguished themselves from over 7,000 students from more than 50 Higher Educational Institutes all over Pakistan. They performed well in the finals, and both teams eventually finished at second position. They are Team 1: Ayyaz Ahmed and Muhammad Zubair of University of Engineering and Technology Lahore, and Noor Muhammad Malik of National University of Science and Technology Islamabad. Team 2: Shamim Iqbal from Virtual University, Fatima Rashid of University of Engineering and Technology Lahore and Shariq Malik from Lahore Garrison University. Ms. Chen Lifang, Vice President of Huawei, delivered the opening speech on behalf of Huawei, Mr. Fahmeed Akram, from University of Engineering Technology Lahore accompanied and mentored the students, won the Best Teacher Award. Mr. Kashif Hussein, Huawei authorized training partner in Pakistan, received the Best Partner Award for Corvit Systems. Winning students visited Huawei labs at its Headquarters and ICT Academy during their seven days sponsored tour to China. They were also awarded free Huawei certification vouchers, certificates, Huawei Mobile phones and other giveaways as a token of appreciation for their excellent performance in the finals.

DWP Group and LUMS Signed MoU for National Outreach Program

DWP Group and Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the sponsorship of 100% scholarships to the needy students, through the LUMS - National Outreach Program Session 2018. A formal ceremony was organized at LUMS, where the agreement was signed by Mr. Muhammad Farooq Naseem – CEO of DWP Group and Professor DR. S. Sohail H. Naqvi - Vice Chancellor of LUMS in presence of other officials from DWP and LUMS.

DWP has committed to support this program, through which LUMS offers a scholarship endowment to those brilliant students, who are determined to enhance their knowledge and further develop their skills for a successful and brighter future.

DWP Group, a leading provider of consumer electronics products and LUMS - a top ranking educational institute of the country, have collaborated to contribute and promote this valuable academic initiative on a national basis. The company remains committed to contribute towards enriching the educational programs, which allow competent and enthusiastic youngsters to attain good quality education in Pakistan.

The Chief Executive Officer of DWP - Muhammad Farooq Naseem stated that, “Education is one of the keys to socio-economic development. We encourage and support such valuable educational programs for bright students, who have the potential to excel and achieve their dreams through higher education. This agreement shall support all the talented youngsters, giving them a chance to study at a prestigious institution like LUMS, on full scholarship. DWP remains committed to help deserving students, who excel academically but have financial constraints. The company believes in persuading youngsters to develop a passion for learning through education.”

HUAWEI Expands Its Foothold in Sargodha

HUAWEI – a global leader in technology strengthened its foothold in Pakistan by adding another shining outlet to its network. The brand has opened its doors for the people of Sargodha at the Sargodha Trust Plaza. People thronged Zam Zam Mobile to show their admiration for HUAWEI’s innovative and cutting-edge products. This state-of-the-art brand outlet is poised to showcase HUAWEI’s exciting devices – beginning ofcourse with the revolutionary HUAWEI Mate 10 Series.

HUAWEI’s expansion in Sargodha comes at the same time as the entire country is showing a phenomenal response to the HUAWEI Mate 10 lite – which can be aptly called Pakistan’s favourite smartphone. The device’s sales have hit fever pitch as everyone is trying to get their hands on the world’s first smartphone with four cameras.

The launch was attended by Blueking, General Manager, HUAWEI Consumer Business Group – Pakistan flanked by the Retail Head, Steven and Muzaffar Hussain Paracha, CEO, Airlink. Other local representatives of Sargodha’s smartphone trade sector were also present on the occasion.

While commenting on the growing footprint of HUAWEI and love for its devices in Pakistan, Blueking remarked: “HUAWEI is fully committed to set innovative benchmarks in the smartphone industry. At the same time, we are opening up exciting avenues for people to experience our cutting-edge devices and revel in the HUAWEI shopping experience. The opening of our outlet in Sargodha is a testimony to the love that people of this beautiful city and the country at large have shown HUAWEI by choosing its devices.”

Appreciating the overwhelming response of its customers in Pakistan, HUAWEI seeks to ensure nationwide availability of highly innovative products, along with prompt after-sales service and support, through an increasingly larger network of outlets.

$250 million worth of MoU’s signed at Build Asia’ Exhibition

The 13^th Build Asia Exhibition, concluded successfully in Karachi, as it facilitated the signing of agreements worth 250 million US Dollars between numerous local and foreign companies participating in this mega event. The 3-day event being held at the Karachi Expo Center from 18^th till 20^th December, is the largest exhibition of construction, real-estate and housing industry, held annually by Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan, with the support of; ‘Constructors Association of Pakistan’ (CAP) and ‘All Karachi Marble Industries Association’ (AKMIA), as it focuses on the immense potential of this robust sector.

On the third day of the event, a large number of visitors and stakeholders of this industry participated enthusiastically. The event also featured a wide array of highly informative conferences, to provide a networking platform for engineers, contractors, builders, consultants, government officials, bankers, policy makers, stakeholders, other practitioners & professionals of this industry. Build Asia has also incorporated insightful forums like; ‘CPEC Construction Conference’, ‘Property Asia’, ‘StoneFair Asia’ & ‘Furniture Asia’.

Dr. Khurshid Nizam - President Ecommerce Gateway stated, “Over the past 13 years, this mega-event has successfully hosted over 50,000 visitors this year and provided a platform for a large number of foreign investors from 17 countries, to interact with local entrepreneurs for future business collaborations in Pakistan. This event has not only received a remarkable response this year, in fact, the local and foreign exhibitors have also pre-booked 72% of stall spaces for the next year’s Exhibition”.

More than 350 local enterprises and 550 foreign companies had setup more than 600 stalls to display their latest technological advancements, featuring their equipments, materials, services and techniques in the related fields. Build Asia offered the International and Pakistani business community a strategic launch-pad to access the vibrant Pakistani, Afghan, Chinese, Middle-Eastern markets and Central Asian Republics.

The exhibition took advantage of government’s liberal investment policies to attract maximum foreign investment in Pakistan, where foreign investors can hold up to 100% equity in several economic sectors. As a result of this annual series of exhibitions, the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the Country has increased substantially. Thus, Pakistan has gained the stature of an attractive destination for investors from developed countries. This event helps in Value-Addition, productivity-enhancement and cost-reduction in the industry. For further information please visit; www.buildasia.net.

A.G. E Industries partners with Elahi Group of Companies to excel in the Cable Market

A.G.E Industries Pvt. Ltd – a trusted name in the Cable Industry in Pakistan, has now partnered with the Elahi Group of Companies (EGC) with the objective of increasing investments in their infrastructure to further excel in the cable industry after its acquisition of M/s Steel Complex Pvt Limited Pakistan’s leading aluminum conductor wire & PC Stand manufacturer.

The Elahi Group of Companies has decided to invest in A.G.E Industries and will bring its long-serving expertise to the organization. With this partnership, A.G.E is poised to becoming a formidable force in the cable industry utilizing Elahi Group’s expertise and specialization in supply chain business segment. EGC’s expertise include; procurement of raw materials for different manufacturing concerns including steel & aluminum wires, house hold appliances, transformer industry and food products, inventory management, storage and logistics of huge volumes.

A.G.E. Industries (Pvt) Ltd was established in 1968, and has been a trusted name in cable industry ever since. A.G.E. Cables is manufactured as per British Standard Specification (BSS) and International Electro Technical Commission Standard (IEC), Geneva, Switzerland. The group has also been awarded ISO: 9001-2008 and ISO: 1400-2004 certifications. A.G.E Industries is the first company in Pakistan to produce XLPE cable on triple Extrusion line.

Faisal Yousaf Zia, CEO of A.G.E Industries and Yazdani Zia, his Director, both feel that this is the right strategic fit for the company to propel it into the next stage of development for A.G.E, leveraging EGCs’ expertise and specialization in a variety of segments, especially in steel & aluminum wires.

The CEO of EGC – Mr. Danish Elahi stated: “This partnership between Elahi Group and A.G.E Industries is a significant step taken towards the growth of both the enterprises. EGC has been operating in Pakistan for over four decades and has a strong track record with suppliers, creditors, and customers. EGC enjoys a relationship of trust and immense respect with all stake holders, and we look forward to the same with A.G.E.”

Mustafa Kamal visits ‘Build Asia’ Exhibition on the 2nd day.

On the second day of the 13^th Build Asia Exhibition, Syed Mustafa Kamal, Chairman PSP visited the 3-day event being held at the Karachi Expo Center on 18^th to 20^th December. It is the largest exhibition of construction, real-estate and housing industry, held annually by Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan, with the support of; ‘Constructors Association of Pakistan’ (CAP) and ‘All Karachi Marble Industries Association’ (AKMIA), as it focuses on the immense potential of the Building and Construction sector.

Provincial Minster for Information Syed Nasir Hussain Shah and Sindh Chief Minister’s Advisor on Katchi Abadi’s & Development – Mr. Murtaza Ali Baloch inaugurated the event, where more than 350 local enterprises and 550 foreign companies have setup more than 600 stalls to display their latest technological advancements, featuring their equipments, materials, services and techniques in the related fields. Major participation has been seen from 17 progressive nations, including China, Iran, Italy, etc.

Over the past 13 years, this mega-event has successfully provided valuable opportunities to overseas exhibitors and a platform for foreign investors to interact with local entrepreneurs for collaborations, joint ventures, transfer of technologies and appointing agents, distributors and partners in Pakistan. The event also features a wide array of highly informative conferences, to provide a networking platform for engineers, contractors, builders, consultants, government officials, bankers, policy makers, stakeholders, other practitioners & professionals of this industry. The 13^th Build Asia has also incorporated insightful forums like; ‘CPEC Construction Conference’, ‘Property Asia’, ‘StoneFair Asia’ & ‘Furniture Asia’.

Build Asia offers the International and Pakistani business community a strategic launch-pad to access the vibrant Pakistani, Afghan, Chinese, Middle-Eastern markets and Central Asian Republics. The exhibition will take advantage of government’s liberal investment policies to attract maximum foreign investment in Pakistan, where foreign investors can hold up to 100% equity in several economic sectors. As a result of this annual series of exhibitions, the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the Country has increased substantially. Thus, Pakistan has gained the stature of an attractive destination for investors from developed countries.

The key participants also include the suppliers and manufacturers of; Fire Fighting & Alarm Systems, Scaffolding Systems, Glass Partitions, Fibre Glass, Gypsum & Asbestos Products, Housing Loan Financers, Insurance Companies, Telecom Systems, Kitchen Equipment, Lightings & Fans, Doors & Windows, Handles & Knobs, Paints & Varnishes, Pipes & Fittings, Steel products, Waste Management, Swimming Pool Equipment, Water Purification Plants, Waterproofing & Insulation, Finishes & Facades, Sealants & Adhesives, and many others.

The Build Asia Exhibition attracts over 50,000 visitors and learned speakers, including; Government regulators, policy-makers, Engineers, Architects, Town Planners, Academia & Scientists, Interior Designers, Real Estate Agents, Building Material Suppliers, Project Managers, Contractors and many other stakeholders of the industry like; FWO, Constructors Association of Pakistan, ABAD, PEC, Engro Polymers and Pakistan Stone Development Co. This event helps in Value-Addition, productivity-enhancement and cost-reduction in the industry. For further information; www.buildasia.net.