Friday 16 June 2017Filoxenia Conference Centre | Nicosia

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Conference Thematology

• “Big Data for Big Impact”, the power of Big Data for development.

• Digital Thrivers - Current status and predictions 2017• Data and Analytics Leadership and Vision 2017• How to free yourself from wires. The use of cloud for

business growth and success• Next generation technology stores• The office space of the future• Artificial Intelligence and its impact for business

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Participation is free (registration is essential)

Featuring Speakers

Presents

Jeremy WhiteProduct Editor, Wired Magazine, UK

Exhibitors

SupportersCommunication SponsorsOrganiser

REPORTER

Yuval DvirHead of EMEA Online Partnerships,

Google Cloud, Google

Aris MarkouDirector, Mobile

Β2Β Sales, Samsung Electronics Hellas

Cocktail Sponsor Keynote speaker Sponsors Strategic Partner

Presents

Give your company the opportunity to raise sales and profitability by applying the most appropriate ICT solutions

Turn your complex data into actionable information in a development context

Identify how artificial intelligence can transform your business

Find out why it’s time for the next generation store

See what the office space of the future will look like

Check out how the cloud can help grow your business

The ICT Conference and Exhibition is the

biggest event in Cyprus presenting all the

services, products and ICT solutions available

to the Cypriot market today. The Conference

and the exhibition in the form of a unique

for Cyprus “ICT Networking Festival”, will

bring together Executives from Cypriot

Enterprises, Professionals from the major IT

companies and Technology and Innovation

and Telecommunications experts.

The conference and the exhibition highlight

the necessity and importance of the role of

Technology and Information Technology for

each company and offer tools and practical

solut ions for increasing product iv i ty,

improvement of processes and profitability.

The conference will analyze issues that

concern and trouble the modern entrepreneur.

Participants will have the opportunity to hear

from experts how to simplify procedures and

their everyday life without complex systems,

difficult terminology and cables!• Owners, Directors• Senior Managers• Chief Financial Officers,• IT Managers,• Department Managers especially from the areas of:

o Clothing / footwearo Supermarketso Distributorso Suppliers FMCGs, Malls and Patisserieso Supply and Storage Chaino Beauty Advisoryo Audit firms, Accountingo Legal Serviceso Bankingo Insurance

Friday 16 June 2017, Filoxenia Conference Centre, Nicosia The presentations will be conducted in Greek and English languages.Admission Free (Registration is essential)

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The Conference

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Conference Details

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6th ICT Conference & Exhibition 2016

Margarita AreteouOffice Business

Group Lead, Microsoft Greece

08:30-09:00 Registration

09:00-09:10 Chairperson’sIntroduction

09:10-09:40 New technology in business “Big Data for Big Impact”, the power of Big Data for development Thistalkwilllookatthetechnologiesemergingrightnowinthebusinessworldthatareshapingfuturestrategyandcommunication.Advancesinartificialintelligence,autonomousvehicles,mixedreality,theInternetofThingsaswellasquantumcomputing–allofwhichwilldrasticallyalterhowindustriescompeteinandservicetheirmarkets.ThesessionwillalsotouchonthevastquantitiesofdataproducedintheseareasandthechallengespresentedfromsiftingthroughsuchBigData–particularlyintheareasofFinTech.Jeremy White,ProductEditor,WiredMagazine,UK

09:40-10:10Data and Analytics Leadership and Vision 2017 Yuval Dvir,HeadofEMEAOnlinePartnerships,GoogleCloud,Google

10:10-10:40 Digital Thrivers - Current status and predictions 2017 Dr. Michael Grampp, ChiefEconomist-Research, Communications&DigitalLead,Deloitte,Switzerland*

10:40-11:10NetworkingCoffeeBreakattheexhibitionhall

11:10-11:30The office space of the future

11:30-12:00 Transforming to a digital businessCustomersaremoreinfluentialthaneverbefore.Theyexpectspeedandpersonalization.Digitaltechnologyislevelingtheplayingfieldforbusinessesofallsizestodisrupttheirindustries.It’screatingopportunitiestodevelopproductsandservicesthatwereonceinconceivable.Theriseofdigitalisgoingtocompletelydisruptbusinessesanddramaticallychangethecompetitivelandscape.Whilemanybusinesseshavebeenleveragingdigitaltechnologyforyears,beingadigitalbusinessisn’tjustaboutusingtechnology,it’samindsettosolvingbusinessproblems.Adigitalstrategyisthenewbusinessstrategy. Margarita Areteou, OfficeBusinessGroupLead,MicrosoftGreece,Cyprus,Malta

12:00-12:30Next generation technology stores Mohamed- Slim Alouini,AssociateDean,CommunicationTheoryLab,KindAbdullah

UniversityofScienceandTechnology,SaudiArabia

12:30-13:00 Building Devices that stand out Aris Markou, Director,MobileΒ2ΒSales,SamsungElectronicsHellas

13:00-13:30 Artificial Intelligence and its impact for business Speaker from IBM

13:30 Endofconference/NetworkingBarbequeattheexhibitionhall

Programme (1stAnnouncement)

Keynote sponsor:

Keynote sponsor:

Speakers

Aris MarkouDirector,

Mobile Β2Β Sales, Samsung Electronics

Hellas

Mohamed- Slim Alouini Professor Electrical Engineering, Associate Dean, Communication

Theory Lab, Kind Abdullah University of Science

and Technology, Saudi Arabia

Yuval DvirHead of EMEA Online

Partnerships, Google Cloud, Google

Jeremy WhiteProduct Editor, Wired

Magazine, UK

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Keynote sponsor: The presentation is implemented

within the World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

Keynote sponsor:

Sponsors – Exhibitors

ASBIS Group is one of the leading distributors of Information and Communications Technology products and solutions in EMEA Emerging Markets: Europe, Middle East and Africa, combining a broad geographical reach with a wide range of products distributed on a “one-stop-shop” basis. The Group distributes A-branded products like tablets, smartphones, laptops, desktop computers, servers, networking equipment to retail, corporate clients, SMB and wholesale, as well as IT components – such as complete business solutions.

Active in the field of Information Technology since 1986, the company provides complex turnkey IT solutions that include both package software and bespoke application development for the Government, Financial, and Private Sectors. A. Th. Loizou & Son Ltd is a Dell EMC Gold Partner as well as a Dell Authorised Service Provider for Cyprus. Other partners include Sopra Steria, Atos Technologies, NEC, Cisco, Microsoft, OpenText, Panda Security, Abbyy, Novastor, CA technologies, Data Core Software, Barracuda, Commvault, VMware and Kern. Services include: System Integration, Storage, Data Recovery & Backup, Virtualization, Business Process Management, IP Telephony, Disaster Recovery, Cloud. Website: www.athloizou.com.cy

Cablenet is the only completely independent telecommunications provider in Cyprus, with its own network, new generation infrastructure, specialized workforce and a fully integrated support system, offering broadband Internet, fixed telephony and television services, to both retail and corporate markets. Cablenet operates a Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) cable next generation network based on DOCSIS3.0 technology resulting to broadband speed capabilities of up to 800Mbps, an excellent TV viewing experience and a fully redundant fibre optics core network offering FTTx services to businesses.www.cablenet.com.cy / www.cablenetbusiness.com.cy

Cyta, is the leading brand in the Cyprus telecommunications sector, providing integrated electronic communication solutions. By taking timely advantage of technological developments and the convergence of telecommunications and IT, Cyta is now the pioneer in quadruple play in Cyprus, offering a broad range of innovative services and ICT solutions to both, the consumer as well as the business market. Since February 2004, Cyta has been Vodafone’s exclusive partner in Cyprus and, consequently, a member of the largest mobile communications network in the world. www.cyta.com.cy

European University Cyprus is owned by Laureate International Universities, the largest international university organization in the world, with more than 1 million students enrolled on more than 200 campuses at over 70 institutions in 25 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. European University Cyprus is the only university in Cyprus to have been assessed by QS Top Universities (QS Stars) and awarded the highest 5-Star distinction for Teaching, Facilities, Inclusiveness, Social Responsibility and Internationalization.

Hellenic Technical Enterprises Ltd is a leading Cypriot company that specializes in: Information Technology, Telecommunications, Education Technologies, Industrial Automations, Fluid Handling, Energy Saving Technologies. The company was founded in 1976, and is part of the Hellenic Mining Group of Companies. At its founding, the company had a focus of the telecommunication industry. Over the years Hellenic Technical Enterprises has expanded into the Information and Communication Technology industry and diversified into electromechanical services.

IBM

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Sponsors – Exhibitors

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. With 90,000 employees in over 190 countries, Microsoft has been established in Cyprus since 2002 and employs 16 people. Some of the most popular products and services of Microsoft are: Windows, Office, Office 365, Windows Server, Microsoft Azure, Exchange Server, SQL Server, Windows Phone, Xbox, Surface, Visual Studio and Microsoft Dynamics. For more information about Microsoft Cyprus, please visit www.microsoft.com/en-cy

MTN Business was the first provider in Cyprus to deliver integrated ICT solutions, including advanced Telecommunications and IT services. With a full range of IT, Cloud and Hosting products, MTN Business is able to support all the strategic technological needs and overall growth of any business. MTN Business is already established as a leading technology consultant for enterprises seeking to stand out amid fierce competition while significantly minimising costs by fully utilising some of today’s most advanced technology.

Founded in 2004 as a small computer repair and IT services company in Cyprus, IBS has evolved into one of the most respected information technology firms on the island, offering a comprehensive and complete suite of services and technology solutions for every kind and size of business or organization in Cyprus and abroad. IBS was the first company in Cyprus to offer extensive cloud services (since 2007). In 2015 IBS was acquired by MTN and it now operates under MTN Business.

NetU is a leading Information Technology solutions and services organisation in the Eastern Mediterranean. With a presence in Cyprus, Greece and Serbia, NetU is recognized as a major Integrator in the region and has developed strong local and international activity. As a trusted IT business partner of medium and large organizations in the private and public sectors, NetU provides world-class IT solutions in the areas of Systems Integration, Business, Technology and Professional Services. www.netugroup.com

The company has operated in the Cyprus market since 1993, producing and delivering of software applications. In addition to its main product – the Powersoft365 Family of Software by Cyta (SaaS) – it also provides the PowerPro ERP, the award-winning Quality & Management System, Members, PocketPro Mobile Solutions, and applications for Windows phone and Windows 8. Powersoft has participated as a partner in several European projects and the e-Powercard is one of the success stories of Europe. It is the only company in Cyprus to win Tick IT & CMMI international awards.

PrimeTel offers communications services in fixed and mobile telephony, Internet and TV. The company has modern mobile 4G network. In 2016, PrimeTel enriched its TV content with Nova Cinema and Nova Sports. In March 2017 the company was voted by the public as their favourite business in Cyprus and represented Cyprus at the final stage of the European Business Awards 2016 - 2017 Competition. For more information: www.primetel.com.cy

Priority is a modular and integrated software package including ERP, WMS, POS, eCommerce, Mobile and BI on a private or hosted cloud, via Web Application and Android/iPad Apps. Priority runs in more than 8000 organisations in 40 countries. It has presence in Cyprus since 2001 in companies like Medochemie, MPM Group and Galatariotis Group. The authorised partner for Priority in Cyprus is Dexterity, providing amazing technical support from an experienced and dedicated team.Make it a Priority! www.priority-software.com.cy | www.dexterity.com.cy

SoftOne Technologies is one of Europe’s most dynamic software vendors, focusing in the development of ERP, CRM and innovative Cloud Services. SoftOne delivers both on-premise and Software as a Service (SaaS) business solutions for growing midsize businesses and large organizations. Soft1 solutions are powerful, intuitive and simple. They unify business processes across the enterprise, using a single, integrated platform. For more information www.softone.com.cy

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digital edition

10 | Gold | The Business Magazine of Cyprus

The biggest mistake that managers make is to think that they are infallible. I call it “the sick-ness of the chair”

– where you are convinced that you cannot make mistakes and that whatever you do is right. In other words, you don’t listen to anybody and eventually you pay the price.I

have been helped through-out my career by the fact that I had good people around me, on whom I could rely to carry on the business, and my wife and children to sup-port me at home. I relax over

coffee and playing the card game Pi-lotta with my friends. It’s a game that re-laxes me, tests my memory and gives me an opportu-nity to let off steam. I also enjoy good football and a good film. Good food and good wine always help too!

Managing DirectorHive Management Services Ltd

Having founded His own accountancy firm in tHe private sector as well as serving as a government minister, frixos savvides knows all about good management and effec-tive leadersHip. He believes in listening to tHe opinions of otHers, wHile taking ulti-mate responsibility for crucial decisions, and in leading by example, a principle He saw in practice during His close working relationsHip witH former president glafcos clerides. He also recognises and appreciates tHe value of Having tHe support of col-leagues at work and family at Home.

A chieving a healthy balance between life at work and at home is very difficult. It is very important to have the

support of your family and to feel that your home provides relaxation and peace of mind, serving as a sanctuary of sanity, away from the hectic business life.

M y greatest profes-sional achievement was addressing the United Nations General Assembly

in New York in 2002. It was an unbe-lievable experience which will stay with me for life.

M y leadership style has been influenced most by the prin-ciple “The higher you climb, the more

humble you should become”. Anyone who doesn’t follow this principle will lose touch with the environment and, invariably, end up alone.

I would describe my man-agement style as demo-cratic – after dis-

cussion and, perhaps, arguments to formulate principles. But in the end, the decision must be taken by the person who has ultimate re-sponsibility.

TThe object of my pro-fessional admiration is the late President of Cy-prus, Glafcos Clerides. I consider myself for-tunate – almost blessed – to have been given the opportunity to serve such a great man, who was the personification of the principle “lead by example”.

MYWAY

Frixos Savvides

Frixos Savvides is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in

England and Wales. He set up his own auditing firm, PKF Savvides & Co Ltd, in 1979 but resigned as Managing Partner 20 years later on being appointed Minister of Health, a position he held until

2003. At present he serves as Chairman of Trust International

Insurance (Cyprus) Ltd. and of World Trade Center Cyprus

as well as running Hive Management

Services Ltd.

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IMH is the largest business knowledge and information transfer organisation in Cyprus. Its services include the coordination and running of conferences, seminars and commercial exhibitions, specialist business media publishing and human resources consulting. Every year, IMH organises more than 80 conferences related to every sector of the market, commercial exhibitions and training seminars, and undertakes the entire process of five business award ceremonies. IMH publishes the only dedicated business magazines in Cyprus: the Greek language monthly IN Business and the English-language monthly Gold, which are read by tens of thousands of Cypriot and non-Cypriot professionals, managers and entrepreneurs. It also operates the magazines’ accompanying news portals, the IN Business Portal (www.inbusinessnews.com), the GOLD Portal (www.goldnews.com.cy) and the REPORTER Online (www.reporter.com.cy) ΙΜΗ also delivers via e-mail the IN Business Daily Newsletter, the GOLD News Daily Newsletter and the REPORTER Newsletter. The IMH Business Development Department bids for tenders published by local public sector bodies, the European Union and other international organisations. Through its activities, ΙΜΗ gives businesses a chance to develop, to network, to find new clients and business associates, to communicate with new audiences and discover growth opportunities.www.imhbusiness.com

A large team of journalists brings the latest news and developments in all areas to this comprehensive news portal. Dedicated to the objective presentation of valid news, with a focus on immediacy, REPORTER Online is a 24/7 online news and entertainment hub presenting what’s happening in Cyprus and the world. WebTV, audio, infographics and other innovations enrich and enhance the content of the portal, which is optimized for all devices – desktop, laptop, tablet and smartphone. www.reporter.com.cy

IN Business magazine has a monthly readership of more than 50,000. It is the only monthly business magazine in the Cyprus market that provides an overall approach to all segments of the economy, ranging from retail to services, as well as reporting on new deals, presenting new faces and, generally, all that is going on in the domestic business realm. IN Business has been a pioneer in local business journalism, thanks to its in-depth analysis and its research backed by never-before published facts and figures. www.inbusinessnews.com

GOLD magazine was founded in 2011 as the first English-language business monthly in Cyprus. Today, it is not only synonymous with the promotion of good business practices but it has a unique and valuable readership of High Net Worth Individuals, international company executives, English-speaking Cypriot and non-Cypriot businessmen and women. GOLD provides a comprehensive and informed overview of the local business scene, the economy and the market and has gained a reputation for its in-depth articles and revealing interviews with key local and international personalities.

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Your attendance at the 7th Information & Communication Technology Conference & Exhibition entitles you to one year’s free access to the

digital edition of GOLD magazine. Once your conference registration fee has been paid, you will be contacted by IMH with details of how

to take advantage of this special offer.

digital edition

10 | Gold | The Business Magazine of Cyprus

The biggest mistake that managers make is to think that they are infallible. I call it “the sick-ness of the chair”

– where you are convinced that you cannot make mistakes and that whatever you do is right. In other words, you don’t listen to anybody and eventually you pay the price.I

have been helped through-out my career by the fact that I had good people around me, on whom I could rely to carry on the business, and my wife and children to sup-port me at home. I relax over

coffee and playing the card game Pi-lotta with my friends. It’s a game that re-laxes me, tests my memory and gives me an opportu-nity to let off steam. I also enjoy good football and a good film. Good food and good wine always help too!

Managing DirectorHive Management Services Ltd

Having founded His own accountancy firm in tHe private sector as well as serving as a government minister, frixos savvides knows all about good management and effec-tive leadersHip. He believes in listening to tHe opinions of otHers, wHile taking ulti-mate responsibility for crucial decisions, and in leading by example, a principle He saw in practice during His close working relationsHip witH former president glafcos clerides. He also recognises and appreciates tHe value of Having tHe support of col-leagues at work and family at Home.

A chieving a healthy balance between life at work and at home is very difficult. It is very important to have the

support of your family and to feel that your home provides relaxation and peace of mind, serving as a sanctuary of sanity, away from the hectic business life.

M y greatest profes-sional achievement was addressing the United Nations General Assembly

in New York in 2002. It was an unbe-lievable experience which will stay with me for life.

M y leadership style has been influenced most by the prin-ciple “The higher you climb, the more

humble you should become”. Anyone who doesn’t follow this principle will lose touch with the environment and, invariably, end up alone.

I would describe my man-agement style as demo-cratic – after dis-

cussion and, perhaps, arguments to formulate principles. But in the end, the decision must be taken by the person who has ultimate re-sponsibility.

TThe object of my pro-fessional admiration is the late President of Cy-prus, Glafcos Clerides. I consider myself for-tunate – almost blessed – to have been given the opportunity to serve such a great man, who was the personification of the principle “lead by example”.

MYWAY

Frixos Savvides

Frixos Savvides is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in

England and Wales. He set up his own auditing firm, PKF Savvides & Co Ltd, in 1979 but resigned as Managing Partner 20 years later on being appointed Minister of Health, a position he held until

2003. At present he serves as Chairman of Trust International

Insurance (Cyprus) Ltd. and of World Trade Center Cyprus

as well as running Hive Management

Services Ltd.

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