Top IT firms are introducing the latest research and development in technology, new products and new opportunities that will help companies to upgrade technology platforms at an ongoing ICT trade fair in Oman.

The five-day Comex 2015 will run till May 1 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre. It was organised by Oman International Trade and Exhibitions.

Industry heavyweights like Cisco, Ooredoo, Avaya, Microsoft, GBM, Omantel, MGIT and Oman Fiber Optics have supported Comex 2015 as key sponsors.

Other exhibitors include companies from Oman, Kuwait, Egypt, India, Italy, Jordan, Yemen, Estonia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and Lithuania.

Dr Salim Sultan Al Ruzaiqi, chief executive officer, ITA Oman, said: “We are greatly encouraged at the growing response we are receiving to Comex, not only from technology companies but also government bodies.

“The opportunities to learn, adopt and implement in Oman are enormous. Not only are we exposed to the latest technology platforms and services, we also see how these innovations will bring better governance, collaboration and connectivity that aims to improve the quality of life.”

The ITA pavilion is hosting international government bodies from Singapore, Lithuania, Estonia and Kuwait. A total of 30 Omani ministries and public authorities are also present in the pavilion to share expertise and explore new business opportunities in the field of ICT, as well as to learn through case studies of countries present.

A key component of Comex 2015 are the seminars conducted concurrently for business visitors and the general public. These are scheduled in half-hour sessions and will cover a range of topics such as ERP solutions, HR management software, marketing optimisation platforms, launch of new applications and next generation technologies.

Tarek Ali, general manager, OITE, said: “We can never underestimate the power of face to face marketing. This is the invaluable networking opportunity Comex provides to participants and their customers.

“The event provides our overseas exhibitors with valuable insights into Oman’s growing business sector as well as productive bi-lateral business opportunities. It also facilitates knowledge sharing that is key to creating in-country value.” - TradeArabia News Service