Intelligent Tech Channels Issue 01 | Page 35

REGIONAL CHANNELS MAYFLEX Bullish on IP connectivity solutions Mayflex has built close relationships with structured cabling vendors providing end to end solutions for partners. T he Middle East is an extremely dynamic, competitive and challenging market. However, the opportunities available that encompass IP converged solutions, the main Mayflex product portfolio and what the distributor is experienced and knowledgeable in, are extremely exciting. A key benefit of these converged systems is the rich and deep data that IT and facilities managers can obtain, in both real-time and historic formats. This data has multiple benefits including, asset management, space planning, energy management and health and safety control. More and more organisations of every size are utilising the power of this data to reduce costs and improve efficiencies and working conditions. Working with a distribution partner that understands and that moves with technology and the market requirements is important for the future success of our customers. As a distributor, Mayflex is continually monitoring the market, technologies and industry to look for the latest developments. Through its events, communications and Ross McLetchie, Director of Sales Middle East Africa, Mayflex training programmes, Mayflex keeps its customers informed of these opportunities. To become standstill in a market that continually moves, is detrimental to the business. The aim of Mayflex is to work in partnership with system integrators and vendors to maximise the opportunities. The distributor believes that building lasting relationships with partners, based on trust and customer service brings success. The relationship with vendor partners is key to the success and growth of Mayflex. Over the years it has developed a portfolio of brands that provides customers with an Mayflex will continue to add brands to its range where they can bring new opportunities for customer base extensive choice of solutions that converge together on to one IP network. Mayflex will continue to add brands and technologies to its range where they can bring new opportunities for the customer base or complement other products and vendors in the same range. Mayflex sells its products through a network of accredited system integrators, resellers and installers. It works hard with business partners to ensure adequate product and technical knowledge. Resellers partners can expect training courses and support services to ensure they can provide high levels of product and service for their clients. There are always new demands for new technology and skills, and it is important for Mayflex to listen to customers to find out what their requirements are. As the market continues to evolve, the objective of the distributor is offer scalable and flexible products to help meet the changes in technology and business processes. Mayflex is a distributor of structured cabling solutions. This includes copper cabling systems, fibre optic cabling systems, voice cabling, cabinets, racks and enclosures, other related accessories like electronic lock solutions, aisle containment, connected lighting, tooling and testing. Its vendor partners include Excel Networking that provides structured cabling products and solutions; Mobotix for smart IP cameras and video management; Paxton for IP access control systems and software, building intelligence systems for smart buildings; Veracity for video surveillance storage systems, network transmission devices direct to storage products; Wavestore for video management software solutions, digital video recording and data management solutions, large distributed server networks with thousands of cameras, sensors and analytics options. 35