Deloitte and Google Cloud Strengthen Cybersecurity Focus in Middle East
Under the new agreement, Deloitte will resell and provide services related to Google Cloud solutions, with a focus on digital transformation and cybersecurity enhancement in the UAE and the wider Middle East.
Tariq Ajmal, Cyber Leader at Deloitte Middle East, said:
'Our combined expertise and resources will enable us to deliver cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that address the evolving needs of businesses in the region. We are excited about the potential this collaboration holds and look forward to achieving remarkable milestones together.'
Deloitte has received four Partner of the Year Awards from Google Cloud, including Security Partner of the Year Global and Security Partner of the Year for the EMEA region.
Igors Garis Koni, Head of EMEA Partner Sales at Google Cloud Security, said:
'Being named our Global and EMEA Security Partner of the Year is a testament to their commitment and capability. We are thrilled to expand our alliance with Deloitte in the Middle East, further empowering businesses in the UAE and beyond to build a more secure digital future with Google Cloud.'
This regional alliance builds on the global collaboration between Deloitte and Google Cloud, combining the firms' expertise to deliver cybersecurity services tailored to the needs of businesses across the Middle East.
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