'We in InnoKAT are extremely pleased to be one of the leading Gold Certified Partners to achieve multiple Microsoft solutions competencies' notes Mohammed Kateeb, Chief Executive Officer of InnoKAT.' It reflects the leadership role we have been playing in this region. InnoKAT is a leading solution integrator and technology provider for innovative technologies. Our expertise in Microsoft technologies and the philosophy to capitalize on key partners' products and services such as Microsoft, coupled with InnoKAT proven technology expertise in infrastructure and network solutions, make us one of the leading companies in the region.'

'Microsoft develops partner certification programs to help customers identify key partners in specific geographies and with specific competencies and give them the stamp of approval. The rigid process of selecting these partners is what makes the Gold Certification a very useful tool for our customers because it gives them the comfort that they are working with a competent partner,' added Mr. Kateeb.

'In line with our focus on innovation in InnoKAT, we are focused on bringing very innovative ideas to the region. InnoKAT is combination of Innovation, Knowledge, and Advanced Technologies. Innovative ideas to solve business problems, Transfer world knowledge to organizations, and give our customers a competitive edge through Advanced Technologies,' Mr. Kateeb further explained.

With its head office in Dubai and fully operational offices in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Jordan, InnoKAT is strategically placed to provide its services throughout the region. Working in conjunction with leading private and public sector organizations, InnoKAT has developed professional excellence to work with its customers very closely and through collaborative efforts with Microsoft, InnoKAT has attained a very strategic position in the region where it has become the vendor of choice.

To become a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, InnoKAT demonstrated its expertise with Microsoft-based technologies and its ability to meet customer's need for enterprise-class hosting solutions that balance performance, reliability, scalability, security and cost of ownership. The certification shows the depth and flexibility of InnoKAT's professional expertise. It also displays the company's passion to deliver the highest quality of managed hosting services through a partnership approach that encompasses the entire IT service cycle - planning, implementation, maintenance, measurement and review.

'InnoKAT is one of a growing number of Middle East developers who have proven their expertise and commitment to Microsoft-based technologies and in satisfying customer's need for quality infrastructure services and data management solutions,' said Charbel Fakhoury, General Manager, Microsoft Gulf. 'In obtaining this certification, InnoKAT had to pass a stringent set of criteria, proving their skills, versatility and ability to partner with their customers through their entire service lifecycle. I congratulate and welcome InnoKAT as a Gold Certified Partner,' said Charbel Fakhoury, General Manager, Microsoft Gulf.

As a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, InnoKAT will receive a rich set of benefits including access to training and support which gives them a competitive edge in the marketplace.

About InnoKAT
InnoKAT is a leading multinational company, headquartered in Dubai, UAE and regional offices in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Jordan. It has specialized in software and consulting solutions. InnoKAT offer infrastructure solutions, Wireless and Mobility Solutions (WiMAX and RFID), Knowledge Management Solutions (ECM, business intelligence and business process management), system integration and hosting and value added services for the telecommunication industry.

About Microsoft Gold Partnership
Microsoft Gold Certified Partners are the elite Microsoft Business Partners who earn the highest customer endorsement. They have the knowledge, skills, and commitment to help implement technology solutions that match your exact business needs. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners have passed the highest level of requirements from Microsoft and have demonstrated the most robust, efficient and scalable implementations of Microsoft technologies in demonstrated enterprise customer deployments or an on-site Microsoft assessment.