Juniper Networks, a leader in network innovation, is set to showcase its networking and security portfolio at the Gitex 2013, which starts on October 20.

Its security agenda will span from devices to the data centre, delivering next-generation security solutions that protect business environments and its network innovation seeks to improve data centre agility, economics and security.

Businesses in the Middle East are increasingly reliant on mobile and fixed networks to improve productivity and customer satisfaction, said a report.

The drive for online services and data from governments, healthcare providers, transportation authorities and education to create a more connected, empowered way of life for citizens is further promoting the importance of fast, reliable and secure high-performance networking, it said.

The Canalys report said that the first quarter of this year combined enterprise and service provider spending on network infrastructure and security in the region reached $519 billion. - TradeArabia News Service