EDITOR ’ S COMMENT
Welcome to Issue 40 of Intelligent Tech Channels . A recent Genetec report , dubbed Physical Security in EMEA 2021 , revealed results based on insights from over 1,500 physical security professionals . The report took a closer look at how physical security teams across Europe , Middle East and Africa ( EMEA ) are leveraging technology to manage both short-term needs and long-term priorities . The findings identified video analytics , access control and identity management as strategic technologies for 2021 . In this regard , we continue to cover articles in this edition of the magazine addressing the issue of cyberthreats , the changing work dynamics and how organisations across the EMEA geography adjust to the changes currently happening .
Gracing the cover of this month ’ s edition is Dr Ali Baghdadi , Senior VP and Chief Executive , Ingram Micro META and Senior VP and Chief Executive , Ingram Micro Cybersecurity , who shares with us how the global VAD has been pushing an innovation agenda to help generate significant business for channel partners .
Among the many insights , Dr Baghdadi shares that : “ I expected to see a rise in
bankruptcies and consolidations during the COVID-19 pandemic , but this did not happen . In fact , the demand on technology has risen in 2020 and continues to be on the rise .” You can read more by turning to page 19 . This month ’ s Expert Speak comes from Bill Cate , Vice President , Regional Marketing and Channel Strategy , Zebra Technologies , who explains how channel partners can maintain healthy vendor alliances in tough times .
And don ’ t forget to find out about this month ’ s channel chiefs on pages 61 to 64 . The interviewees are Muneeb Anjum , CEO , AHAD and Rishi Lodhia , Managing Director , EMEA , Eagle Eye Networks .
And , as usual , we have all of your favourite features and news from around the regions – check our website for daily updates . I hope you enjoy this edition and do not hesitate to get in touch if you have anything you would like to share with regards to the channel . You can email me at manda @ lynchpinmedia . co . uk .
Manda Banda Editor
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