http://blog.collaborate.ae Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:36:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Parisian Love Research http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/12/google-searches-tell-a-story/ At Collaborate, we're always ready to help the under-privileged and an initiative such as Kiva is a great idea.  Kiva says it best, "Kiva's mission is to connect people through lending for the sake of alleviating poverty. Kiva is the world's first person-to-person micro-lending website, empowering individuals to lend ... http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/11/kiva-loans-that-change-lives/ On its 3rd attempt, the website is now clear, simple and concise.  As the only media outlet to present its product offerings, it can only be just that. I've always believed the boys at Duplays have a great idea on their hands and I wish them much success in the future...partly ... http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/11/nice-website-duplays/ A collaboration worth talking about: Aiisha Ramadan and Victoria Casal produced "The Love Affair collection" and the fashion show was held on the ice rink at The Dubai Mall.  Another event executed by our friend, Danielle Wilson from CS-PR Group. Heard it was great Danny. http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/11/first-fashion-show-on-ice-at-dubai-mall/ Our friend, Danielle Wilson has sent us an invite to the samsaara show. Thanks! http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/10/dubai-fashion-week-is-coming-up/ Michael Schlicker is a great addition to the Pulse team. So I recommend you watch this space cause there's something new brewing at Pulse... http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/10/pulse-announces-new-chief-operating-officer/ To sum it up, the recession has shifted the consumer mindset when it comes to home automation systems.  It's no longer about novelty, but about energy efficiency.  Pulse Technologies is offering a range of home automation products that assist the average consumer in monitoring the output of energy from your ... http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/10/iphone-to-run-smart-control-homes/ This is old news for one of our clients (Pulse), but was just released in the UAE Digest on 21/09/09. It's clear international investors are looking to the Gulf and Dubai to tap into talent in a still growing market with Yahoo's more recent acquisition of Maktoob and Intel Capital's ... http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/10/dubai-gaining-prominence-as-an-it-hub/ The Dubai Department of Economic Development launched a new e-service for businesses on its website for electronic license renewal  www.dubaided.gov.ae/English/eServices I have not yet used the Department of Economic Development's e-service portal, would appreciate any feedback regarding ease of use, overall experience etc I have used other government websites, Dubai traffic, fines ... http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/10/dubai-e-service-for-licence-renewal/ As you may (or may not) be aware, I have been supporting the Peace Day UAE initiative on behalf of Collaborate Marketing, providing marketing assistance and managing the brand online (built the website with Flip Media and organized the social media Twitter, facebook etc). Below is Campaign magazine's opinion on the ... http://blog.collaborate.ae/2009/09/campaign-articles-about-collaborative-achievements-of-peace-day-uae/