International technology industry observers are predicting that Acer Computer will become one of the world’s top three PC vendors in 2007, for the first time in the company’s history, and its performance in developing markets like the Middle East is one of the factors supporting its success.
With notebook shipments alone set to reach over 12-14 million units in the coming year, an increase of 30 percent on shipped units in 2006, Acer’s global momentum is building and is even realising strong, sustained growth in markets where it has previously seen the least penetration, such as the US.
IDC figures placed Acer as the second-largest PC vendor across EMEA in Q4 2006, and according to IDC senior research analyst Michael Larner, Acer’s growth was driven by its competitive desktop offerings and strong laptop sales. Acer held its position as leading laptop vendor in EMEA.
Proven to be a consistent performer in the Middle East market, Acer has registered strong, ongoing growth in major markets like Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
“As the number one vendor for notebooks in the EMEA region, including top spots in the UAE and KSA, Acer Middle East is proud to be contributing to our success on the wider global stage. Reports of our ongoing growth internationally are very pleasing, and underline the strong demand for our quality products across a range of markets,” said Krishna Murthy, General Manager, Acer Computer Middle East Ltd.
With IDC figures for the Middle East set to be published in the next few days, Acer Middle East has stated that it is confident that Q4 2006, as well as its total end of year results, will demonstrate the increasing significance that Middle East growth is making on the global stage.
About Acer
Acer ranks as the world's No. 4 branded PC vendor, designing easy, dependable IT solutions that empower people to reach their goals and enhance their life. Since spinning-off its manufacturing operation, Acer has focused on globally marketing its brand-name products: mobile and desktop PCs, servers and storage, LCD monitors and high-definition TVs, peripherals, and e-business solutions for business, government, education, and home users. Acer's unique channel Business Model has been instrumental in the company's latest success. The model encourages partners and suppliers to collaborate in a winning formula of supply-chain management, allowing Acer to provide customers with fresh technologies, competitive pricing, and quality service. Established in 1976, Acer Inc. employs 5,600 people supporting dealers and distributors in more than 100 countries. Estimated revenue for 2005 is US$9.7 billion. Please visit www.acer.com
About Acer Computer (M.E.) Ltd.
Established in 1992, Acer Computer (M.E.) Ltd. has over 100 employees servicing the IT requirements of over 50 countries in the Middle East, Africa and the sub-continent, Acer Computer (M.E.) Ltd. has its own facility in the Jebel Ali Free Zone. The 22,500 square meter regional office includes a modern and efficiently managed warehouse, a state-of-the-art Unique Loading (Uniload) assembly plant and a highly efficient Customer and Technical Service Center capable of handling component-level repairs. For more information about Acer Computer Middle East, please visit www.acer.co.ae.
