AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUAE SME Digital Push: du and Huawei released a practical guide, “From Set Up to Set for Growth,” aimed at boosting UAE SME digital maturity, based on interviews with 648 firms across all seven emirates. Turkey Recycling for Shops: Istanbul’s Deposit Return System pilot adds a Mobile DOA handheld device so markets and kiosks can process returns without full machines—helping neighborhood businesses join recycling. SME Growth via Tech Partnerships: Sagtec Global expanded into AI infrastructure, signing a data center management deal tied to an AI-ready facility in South East Asia. Hospitality Tech for MENA Operators: FLYR Hospitality was named a preferred revenue management and business intelligence vendor for Global Hotel Alliance, giving hotel groups access to AI forecasting and pricing tools. SME Hiring Pressure (Outside MENA, but relevant signal): Xero data shows small-business sales growth slowing and hiring easing, a reminder that cost pressure and uncertainty can quickly hit SMEs. Energy Services Demand: ZenaTech says higher oil prices are strengthening Western Canada’s oil-and-gas investment outlook, supporting demand for drone-based surveying and compliance work.
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