A Partnership for Progress: VAD Technologies and Nextcloud Unite for Secure Digital Workplaces
A Strategic Alliance Unveiled
In a significant leap forward for digital collaboration in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, VAD Technologies has forged a strategic partnership with Nextcloud. This collaboration is set to address the pressing needs of governments and enterprises by providing secure, compliant, and data-sovereign digital workplace solutions.
Nextcloud’s enterprise collaboration platform will now be more readily accessible throughout key sectors, such as public services, banking and finance, insurance, and telecommunications—industries that prioritize data privacy, regulatory adherence, and operational resilience.
Strengthening Regional Footprint
By tapping into VAD Technologies’ extensive network of over 1,400 channel partners across the Middle East and North Africa, the partnership marks a pivotal expansion of Nextcloud’s presence in the region. This alliance empowers integrators, value-added resellers, managed service providers, and cloud solution experts to deliver Nextcloud’s robust platform to both commercial enterprises and government bodies, ensuring organizations retain full ownership and control of their data assets.
The focus on data sovereignty and regulatory compliance remains a top priority for many organizations in the GCC, given the diverse and rapidly evolving digital landscape. Nextcloud enables clients to host their digital workplaces within a private cloud framework, whether on-premises or through trusted local hosting partners. For particularly sensitive operations, the platform can also be deployed in air-gapped environments, ensuring a secure and isolated space separate from potential external threats.
Unmatched Expertise and Support
VAD Technologies offers an array of channel partners the benefit of its extensive expertise in data center infrastructure, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, AI, and enterprise software. With a comprehensive suite of pre-sales engagement, technical enablement, and professional services, VAD supports its partners through flexible financial models that foster growth and innovation in the digital workspace.
Mario M. Veljovic, the General Manager of VAD Technologies, expresses confidence in the partnership’s potential. “We are proud to bring Nextcloud’s secure and open digital collaboration platform to organizations across the Middle East. With increasing regulatory requirements and a strong focus on data residency, Nextcloud aligns perfectly with the needs of governments and enterprises in the region,” he notes. “Combined with our robust partner ecosystem, we are well-positioned to accelerate the adoption of trusted digital workspaces across the market.”
A Global Perspective on Local Demand
The partnership resonates with a broader global trend aimed at bolstering secure collaboration platforms, with the Middle East standing out as a critical region for growth. Frank Karlitschek, CEO and Founder of Nextcloud, observes the surge in demand. “VAD Technologies brings strong regional expertise, a proven partner ecosystem, and a dedicated software practice that empowers enterprises and public sector organizations to adopt digital workspaces while retaining full control over their data,” he asserts.
Nextcloud’s digital workspace offers an impressive array of features, allowing users to edit and share documents securely, collaborate in real-time, and communicate via advanced chat and video conferencing options. The platform is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing IT infrastructures, delivering not just enhanced collaboration but also AI-enabled capabilities without compromising data privacy.
Meeting Localization Needs
To further aid the regional adoption of its platform, Nextcloud boasts support for approximately 100 languages, including Arabic (with right-to-left, RTL functionality). This attention to localization ensures that it meets the necessary requirements of government sectors, promoting a user-friendly experience tailored for organizations across the Middle East.
Looking Ahead
This strategic partnership between VAD Technologies and Nextcloud represents more than just a business alliance; it signifies a commitment to fostering a secure and sovereign digital workspace environment in the GCC. As organizations continue to navigate the complexities of regulatory compliance and data security, the combined efforts of VAD Technologies and Nextcloud provide an essential framework for innovation and resilience in today’s digital age.
Together, they are poised to empower a new era of digital collaboration, driving forward not just technology, but also the potential for growth across multiple sectors.
