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Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development signs MoU to launch digital PO Box
Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development and 7X
T he Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development signed an MoU with 7X to offer 7X ’ s Wayn service , the UAE ’ s Digital PO Box , to licensed businesses in Abu Dhabi . This initiative aims to support the local business sector and economy , drive digital transformation , and ensure secure postal services for individuals and businesses .
Once verified and added to the platform ’ s whitelist , companies licensed by ADDED will be able to securely and reliably communicate with their customers , enhancing trust in their digital services .
The Wayn platform enables individuals and companies to obtain a permanent UAE digital address linked to their physical addresses , verified through their national ID or through the National Economic Register . The platform ensures the receipt of shipments sent by individuals , companies , and government entities , as well as the receipt of letters , documents , and e-bills from official and authorised senders to thwart cybersecurity threats such as phishing , spam , and fraud .
Users of the platform will be able to decide to receive any shipment at a physical address of their choice , whether at one of Emirates Post ’ s nationwide branches , authorised pick-up and drop-off points , at home , or at the office if users have subscribed to the MyHome Package service .
This cooperation will add significant value for companies registered on the Wayn platform by boosting operational efficiency in managing documents , invoices , and parcels , cutting delivery times by up to 70 %, and reducing costs by up to 65 %. Additionally , digital business PO Boxes enhance a company ’ s professional image while ensuring maximum privacy through best-in-class security practices to protect sensitive documents from electronic fraud and cyber threats .
His Excellency Mohammed Munif Al Mansouri , Executive Director of the Abu Dhabi Business Centre alongside His Excellency Abdullah Mohammed Alashram , Group CEO of 7X , signed the agreement at the Department of Government Enablement , Abu Dhabi , during GITEX 2024 .
Batelco partners with Thales to provide network connectivity for advanced IoT solutions
Batelco , part of the Beyon Group , signed a collaboration agreement with Thales , a renowned company in advanced technologies . The agreement was signed by Batelco CEO , Maitham Abdulla and Guillaume Lafaix , VP Connectivity Solutions at Thales in the presence of senior management from both entities .
As a result of the collaboration , Batelco will deliver an advanced IoT connectivity
Batelco and Thales
management platform designed to transform the management of IoT devices for business owners . This platform simplifies managing connections and rules for multiple users across different use cases , helping businesses improve their IoT operations .
The platform will enable business owners to centralise their data while significantly improving data communication and transfer capabilities . It ensures low latency , and better-quality data transmission , maximising network capacity , all at a minimal cost . Commenting on the partnership , Batelco CEO , Maitham Abdulla said , “ By combining Batelco ’ s connectivity expertise with Thales ’ advanced IoT technology , we can deliver a comprehensive platform that simplifies the management of data and IoT devices , driving enhanced efficiency and productivity for our customers .” •
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