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Africa based Obscure Technologies partners with BlueVision ITM for IoT security solutions
Cyber security specialist , Obscure
Technologies , announced a distributorship agreement with BlueVision ITM , BITM whose solutions target early intervention and threat detection in the cyber security arena .
BITM is a multinational organisation with a product division based in Canada and a service division based in South Africa . Within its product division , BITM is an IoT focused cyber security vendor whose solution impacts the IoT ecosystem through unique , security focused sensors . These sensors detect and alert companies about cyber threats and anomaly activities outside of their secure network boundaries which helps them to be more aware and prepared for potential breaches .
The service division is based in South Africa , and its goal is to identify weaknesses and risks to businesses ’ cyber security controls .
BITM ’ s core offering consists of cyber security offensive and incident response services . In 2022 BITM achieved CREST Accreditation for Penetration Testing , Vulnerability Assessment , as well as Incident Response .
BITM Director , Christo Coetzer , says that at its core , BITM is committed to delivering high-quality cyber security solutions that enable clients to operate confidently and safely . “ Our solutions are rooted in three fundamental tenets of practicality , impact , and value creation . We take pride in the success of our business through the quality of our deliverables as we strive to offer technology and services based on efficiency and effectiveness ,” he adds .
Francois van Hirtum , CTO , Obscure Technologies says the company is constantly expanding its portfolio to help businesses mitigate risk more comprehensively .
Francois van Hirtum
Obscure Technologies was founded in 2016 by a group of specialist security professionals whose combined IP and experience has been gained through working for and with global IT and security giants , over the years . Obscure Technologies operates throughout the African continent . Established in 2015 , BITM helps businesses with cyber security early intervention and threat detection .
Facilities management company , Musanadah opens BICSc-certified centres in Al Khobar , Riyadh
Saudi Arabian integrated facilities management organization , Musanadah has opened BICSc-certified training centres in Al Khobar and Riyadh , with further new facilities planned within the year for Jeddah to satisfy growing demand , like those seen in Dubai , Singapore , and London .
As a subsidiary of Saudi-owned diversified services group , Alturki Holding , Musanadah offers comprehensive and customized facilities management solutions to clients throughout Saudi Arabia in the critical infrastructure , governmental , commercial , educational , leisure , residential , hospitality and retail sectors .
Musanadah ’ s new LEAD , Leading , Education And Development Training Centres are designed to ensure consistent service delivery standards are maintained across all the company ’ s client sites . The centres , certified by BICSc , the largest independent , professional , and educational body will see ongoing educational investment in the development of over 1,400 Musanadah employees .
Closely aligned to Saudi Vision 2030 goals , the company has stated effective , on-going staff training and maintaining internationally benchmarked service delivery standards are central to the success of its customercentric service delivery model . In 2022 , Musanadah won the Customer-centric FM Company accolade at the Middle East Facility Management Association , MEFMA awards for anticipating and meeting the satisfaction levels of large-scale clients in Saudi Arabia .
Musanadah ’ s new LEAD Training Centres comprise of bespoke practical training rooms simulating various environments . Extensive static wall displays of cleaning and equipment materials situated in BICSc dedicated practical rooms provide strong
visual cues for students promoting effective knowledge transfer . Classroom style learning facilities and technical workshops complete the facilities .
With a corporate growth plan to double the size of the company over the coming fiveyears , Musanadah ’ s current annual growth rate of 21 %, nearly double the FM industry average in Saudi Arabia – is largely driven by a high client retention rate of over 98 % and increased new contract wins from Saudiowned and multinational clients seeking the type of world-class FM standards seen in other major international cities . •
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