Abu Dhabi SIC Signs agreement with Microsoft

ABU DHABI – The Abu Dhabi Systems and Information Centre (ADSIC) has signed a Master Business and Services Agreement (MBSA) to set the contractual framework under which Abu Dhabi local government affiliates can purchase Microsoft licenses and engage Microsoft Consultancy Services.

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Published: Tue 27 Oct 2009, 6:11 PM

Last updated: Thu 2 Apr 2015, 9:07 AM

This will allow Abu Dhabi Local Government Entities the benefits of Microsoft government pricing for their license requirements. Being the ICT arm of the Abu Dhabi Government, ADSIC has taken a key role in setting the frame work under which these affiliates can enroll into the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement to benefit from government pricing, software support, office productivity products home use rights, employee purchase program and training.

The agreement together with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Microsoft Gulf were signed by Rashed Lahej Al Mansoori, Director General, ADSIC and Charbel Fakhoury, Regional General Manager, Microsoft Gulf.

Speaking on the occasion Al Mansoori said, ‘E-Literacy is a key enabler to help Abu Dhabi transformation efforts into a successful knowledge-based society, as such, putting technology to work for people throughout the country will enable us to strengthen our economy and create greater opportunities for young people to fulfill their potentials. We value Microsoft’s support as we take positive steps towards utilizing technology towards social and human capital development.’

Commenting on the partnership, Linda Zecher, Global Vice President, for Microsoft’s Public Sector business said, ‘As the Middle East continues to emerge as a dynamic region, we are committed to working closely with organisations such as ADSIC to provide the foundation for innovation, job creation and sustainable economic growth’.


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