Westcon-Comstor,ย a global technology provider and specialist distributor, recently announced that it has relocated to larger premises in Dubai to facilitate and support its expansion plans. According to Industry sources, the firm which operates in more than 50 nations and employs around 130 task force in the UAE, has relocated from its previous offices in Jebel Ali Free Zone to aย 1,400 sq metre-facility at The Galleries development in downtown Jebel Ali.
Industry sources further added that the benefits of the relocation include better road and public transport links, improved sustainability through lower electricity usage a self-imposed ban on all plastic bottles and paper cups, and a modern, open-plan design to promote collaboration. This strategic initiative also means that all partner and workforce training can now take place on-site, while chillout areas offer the opportunity for teams to relax and recharge.
โThis relocation signifies our commitment to growth and better serving our partners in the region,โ statedย Rakesh Parbhoo,ย Executive Vice President, Middle East and Africa at Westcon-Comstor. โThe new office space accommodates our diverse, expanding team perfectly and provides a more conducive environment for innovation.ย Our new site is a major step forward in terms of atmosphere, setting, and amenities. Itโs the perfect springboard for us to continue and accelerate our growth in the UAE and across the region.โ
Industry sources further confirmed that Westcon-Comstorย connects the worldโs leading IT vendors including Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, F5 and Extreme Networks with a channel of technology resellers, systems integrators and service providers. Global revenue in the companyโs latest financial year was a record $3.69 billion, with year-on-year growth across the Middle East and Africa region.
The firm added that the relocation from its former Dubai offices, where it was based for 15 years, underlined its commitment to the UAE and wider Middle East region while supporting its diversity and inclusion agenda.
