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fostering a dynamic ecosystem that supports diverse enterprise needs .
Regional cloud marketplace
The Mindware Cloud Marketplace plays a pivotal role as a vehicle to automate cloud operations , from ordering , consumption reporting to invoicing , thereby contributing significantly to operational effectiveness . Mindware is committed to building a robust ecosystem comprised of system integrators with service delivery competences and creating synergies with Independent Software Vendors around hyper-scalers .
By leveraging its expertise and market knowledge , Mindware strives to provide a robust and dynamic cloud ecosystem that drives innovation and growth for its partners and clients .
Mindware ’ s Cloud Marketplace features a diverse array of participating regional
Channel partners are being encouraged by vendors and Mindware to transition from perpetual licensing to on-demand licensing .
vendor partners , including cloud and hyperscaler vendors such as Microsoft , AWS and Google Cloud . It offers an extensive range of vendor solutions , from infrastructure as a service , IaaS to platform as a service , PaaS and software as a service , SaaS , catering to various enterprise needs .
Cloud ecosystem ISV solutions are also integral to the marketplace , providing customisable , scalable , and integrated options that enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth .
Mindware has made significant investments in the marketplace to support partners in automating cloud operations , from ordering to invoicing , thus simplifying processes and enabling seamless transactions . This infrastructure empowers partners to deliver cloud solutions and services effectively .
The hosting infrastructure for the Mindware Cloud Marketplace involves investment in dedicated instances of the platform for each country it serves : UAE , Saudi Arabia , Qatar , Kuwait , Oman , Lebanon , Jordan , Morocco , Tunisia , and Ivory Coast . This strategic approach ensures that each country ’ s marketplace operates autonomously , tailored to local regulatory and compliance requirements , including local currency transactions and tax implications .
On-demand consumption
Channel partners are being encouraged by vendors and Mindware to transition from perpetual licensing to an on-demand licensing and consumption-based model through a combination of incentives and educational initiatives around the cloud solutions and its significant services opportunity . Vendors provide attractive margin structures , rebates , and promotional offers to make the on-demand model financially appealing .
Mindware supports this shift by offering comprehensive training programmes that highlight the benefits of the on-demand and consumption-based models , such as scalability , flexibility , and lower upfront costs .
Additionally , the Mindware Cloud Marketplace simplifies the adoption process by providing a user-friendly platform that automates licensing , billing , and management tasks , thereby reducing administrative burdens and enhancing operational efficiency for channel partners .
Africa ’ s cloud opportunity
Africa presents significant opportunities for channel partners in the cloud solutions market . The continent ’ s rapid digital transformation , combined with a
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