Microsoft helps growing businesses to realise their potential at Computer Faire 2003

A growing trend among SA`s small and medium business (SMB) sector is the evolution of the use and understanding of technology. Microsoft`s small and medium business group is going to bring innovative and practical solutions to the SMB owner at this year`s Computer Faire, being held at the Sandton Convention Centre from 13 to 16 May.

Security remains a key IT issue within this market. To ensure that Microsoft assists its customers to realise their ultimate business potential, partner solutions and Microsoft technologies will be showcased to educate customers on how best to protect their intellectual capital, and therefore their competitive advantage.

Throughout the five days, Microsoft will host an array of partners at the Microsoft Partner Pavilion. Each of the partners brings a wealth of experience and diverse knowledge across a broad spectrum of vertical markets, including manufacturing, financial services and retail. Microsoft will also deliver hourly interactive presentations covering a broad range of topics such as security, licensing, product updates and the latest business solutions. Most importantly, visitors are invited to talk to other SMB owners who have successfully implemented Microsoft solutions and gained substantial returns as a result.

The Microsoft Partner Pavilion will include exhibitions by Symantec, Executrain, Faritec, Integr8 IT, Ivory Systems and Syspro to name but a few.