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China’s Lenovo reports 65pc growth in Q2 profit

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Lenovo, a Chinese multinational technology company, posted on Thursday a 65 percent growth in second-quarter profit.
In a statement, the world’s biggest maker of personal computers said it continued to expand its market presence by securing more components amid a shortage of global chip supply.
Lenovo said its earnings in the corresponding quarter, ended September 30, grew $512 million against $310 million in the same period last year. The company said it intends to double profitability in three years.
According to Refinitiv data, Lenovo’s revenue increased 23 percent to $17.9 billion, slightly above an average estimate of $17.3 billion by analysts.
The component shortage of various integrated circuits remained a business challenge, causing delays in order fulfilment, it said, adding that Lenovo kept its capability to excel in operational efficiency by securing more supply of components than peers to outgrow the market.
The company witnessed strong sales growth in China and America, but its sales decreased in the Asia Pacific due to fewer educational deals in Japan.
According to research consultancy Gartner, growth in worldwide PC shipments slowed in the September quarter as easing measures against the pandemic and the rising availability of coronavirus vaccines shifted consumer and educational spending away from computers to other priorities.
Gartner said Lenovo’s global market share increased 1.8 percent to 23.7 percent in the third quarter.

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UAE’s HR excellence in spotlight as merit-based Employee Happiness Awards begins nominations

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Employee Happiness Awards is set to shine a spotlight on ongoing transformations across the human resources (HR) landscape, especially in the context of employee experience and wellness. The brainchild of Plan3Media, a leading event management company known for championing a merit-based awards culture in the region, Employee Happiness Awards is open to nominations in 27 distinctive categories.

In the previous edition held in June 2023, the Employee Happiness Awards received several nominations, some of whom were selected as finalists and gave compelling presentations to an independent jury. The winners and participants were leading companies and HR individuals from industries as diverse as retail, real estate, healthcare, education, and finance. Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, Nakheel, ADNH Compass, Marriott International, Babyshop, Cigna Healthcare, Du, DAMAC Properties, Rove Hotels, Alef Education, Masafi, and Pinsent Masons were among the big winners. Inspired by the overwhelming response to that edition, Plan3Media has added more categories and planned an eventful agenda for the upcoming gala ceremony in Dubai.

CEO of Plan3Media, Jatin Deepchandani, attributed the success of Employee Happiness Awards to its relentless focus on upholding transparency and integrity through a merit-only approach. “As corporate awards increasingly became self-congratulatory exercises, we seized the opportunity to set ourselves apart by instilling a culture of meritocracy. Our relentless efforts to make the Employee Happiness Awards synonymous with HR excellence are now yielding tangible results, distinguishing our accolades from the rest.” In line with Jatin’s words, the Employee Happiness Awards is validated by a reputable global accreditation programme called Awards TrustMark.

Employee Happiness Awards has a rigorous and systematic nomination process. Nominees are expected to initially submit an online form with basic information, category selection, and a write-up about their competencies. Finalists are invited to make a 20-minute presentation to an independent jury, which will evaluate the performance against a few metrics before selecting deserving winners. Plan3Media has set a nomination limit of three categories per company. There are 22 well-defined categories for companies and 5 for individuals.

Over 200 CHROs, HR professionals, government officials, and startup founders are expected to participate in the black-tie gala awards ceremony, scheduled for Friday, June 7, 2024, where Gold and Silver winners will be announced in each category. Finalists and winners of the Employee Happiness Awards will receive a trophy showcasing their competencies in HR strategies and employee experience. Recognized companies will understandably excel at talent attraction and retention.

Nominations for Employee Happiness Awards – UAE, 2024, close on April 5, 2024.

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A gateway to new era of innovation: Dahua Technology unveils cutting-edge experience centre in Dubai

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 Dahua Technology Middle East & North Africa, a leading global tech and security solutions provider, announced the grand opening of their state-of-the-art experience centre in Dubai on Tuesday following a ribbon-cutting ceremony that was attended by Brigade Mohammad Karam, Head of Dubai Police Traffic Department. This innovative hub, strategically located in the heart of the Middle East, stands as a testament to Dahua’s unwavering commitment to unity, growth, and breakthrough technology, according to the privately held company founded in China.

“Dahua’s revolutionary experience centre marks a significant upgrade, symbolising the company’s dedication to providing superior products and services tailored specifically for the Middle East and North Africa. In line with Dahua’s philosophy of collaboration, this centre aims to foster robust relationships, ensuring shared success with partners and customers in this dynamic new era,” said Yacob Bai, CEO, Dahua – MENA. “We celebrate Dahua Innovation Centre where we can brainstorm, join forces, and deepen our partnerships. Together, we aspire to step into the future and craft a prosperous tomorrow for both Dahua and our valued partners. We believe in smart growth fueled by unity and collaboration. This ‘New Era’ is all about working together to achieve remarkable things. Everything is upgrading.”

Equipped with advanced technology and located in Jumeirah Lake Towers, the Dubai experience centre offers an immersive platform for customers and partners alike. It serves as a tangible manifestation of Dahua’s continuous innovation, allowing visitors to experience firsthand the value brought by the company’s industry-leading solutions across various sectors.

Open to all Dahua customers and partners from this week, the centre provides a unique opportunity to explore Dahua’s comprehensive solutions portfolio directly.

“As we inaugurate this inspiring space, Dahua extends a warm invitation to partners, customers, and industry enthusiasts to join in this journey of success and growth. The New Era signifies a commitment to upgrading everything, and Dahua is excited about the prospects of achieving remarkable milestones together,” added Bai who heads the regional operations for Dahua that provides solutions in domains as diverse as security, smart parking, traffic management & smart city parking, banking and retail and even smart energy and new electricity systems.

As a company, Dahua also specialises in smart home solutions, advance technology CCTV, smart education and commercial display solutions. Dahua’s investment in this cutting-edge facility underlines its dedication to fostering collaboration and innovation within the region. The experience centre will provide a platform for customers, partners, and industry professionals to interact with Dahua’s comprehensive suite of solutions firsthand.

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Zepth revolutionizes construction, makes bold leap into AI-driven project management

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In a groundbreaking development, Zepth, an innovative global tech startup and leader in construction management SaaS software, today announced the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its platform, marking a transformative leap in the industry. The integration will see Zepth deploy 40 AI agents to reach an artificial general intelligence (AGI) status where its machine will have human-level intelligence — a first-of-its-kind endeavour in the Middle East and worldwide. 

Under the leadership of Founder Prasoon Shrivastava, Zepth is redefining the construction landscape. “Zepth stands at the forefront of the AI revolution, redefining the common-data environment with AGI-driven human-level intelligence. Our platform epitomizes intelligence, simplicity, and efficiency, designed for the modern world. Zepth’s AI-driven solutions are delivering extraordinary efficiency and precision to clients globally. The traditional Big Tech solutions, while once groundbreaking, now lag in a rapidly changing world. They are complex relics of a bygone era — no longer the best fit for today’s dynamic industry needs,” said Shrivastava.

The pioneering product, the AI Risk Manager, will harness the power of AGI, with 40 AI agents proactively identifying potential risks, collaborating with each other, carrying out likelihood and impact assessments, and assisting in mitigation plans for the identified risks, to enable project managers to make data-driven decisions. This revolutionary tool is a testament to Zepth’s commitment to innovation and excellence, ensuring project success even in the most challenging environments. AGI comprises intelligent agents with human-like capabilities to carry out a range of tasks, including in construction. 

Zepth is ambitiously expanding its AI ecosystem to include hundreds of specialized agents, each designed to adapt to the complex, ever-changing demands of construction management. The first-of-its-kind endeavour not only reaffirms Zepth’s leadership in the software domain but also spotlights the ingenuity and influence of technological advances globally. The UAE, with its multiple government-led initiatives in smart buildings and cities, presents a strong appetite for AI-driven construction management solutions like Zepth. 

Reaffirming the company’s mission of empowering the developer community, Founder Prasoon Shrivastava said the journey that Zepth is charting is clear: In the world of construction, Zepth stands as the embodiment of advanced intelligence, driving an industry towards unparalleled efficiency. “The UAE’s demonstrated track record of futuristic and innovative developments has inspired us to embrace AI as much as it has incentivized us to be a part of the region’s next growth phase.”

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