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The photos in this brochure feature Giza Systems staff and graduates of GSST Class 2009 at our head office in Cairo. Giza Systems would like to thank everyone for their participation and cooperation.
Im delighted youre considering joining our team here at Giza Systems! Even in this difficult economic climate, were hugely focused on investing in the future and therefore have launched our formal learning and education programs through Giza Systems School of Technology (GSST). We know that driven, determined graduates will become our backbone the people wholl lead Giza Systems in the years ahead. So at this key time in your career, when youre weighing up many options, Id like to thank you for taking the time to consider the opportunities we can offer. As Egypts premier systems integrator, Giza Systems offers those focused on a career in IT and engineering the very best opportunities. We are Egypts and the Middle East no.1 systems integrator we have worked on a diverse and complex number of projects that no one has ventured into across the whole of the Middle East. Businesses, Telecom Operators and individuals turn to us for technical consultancy, particularly in these tough times, knowing theyll get the best there is. If you join Giza Systems, youll work alongside outstanding people, tackle a vast range of challenging projects, test yourself to the limit and benefit from exceptional support. As a result, your career at Giza Systems will be well rounded and enriching. As someone whos been with the company for almost 10 years, I can assure you of that. Yes, itll be hard work. Our work demands an impressive blend of intellect and skills plus the ability to adapt, change and thrive under pressure. If you have what it takes, well give you experience and training that are second to none. Our unrivalled professional development programs will make sure you excel both technically and in necessary soft skills. As we work with a huge number of clients in Egypt and the Middle East, you can expect to work on projects and assignments that are both absorbing and stretching. Complete your professional certifications with us and youll find that the sky is the limit. Not only will Giza Systems have supported you 100% to achieve them, but youll also be armed with the insights and experience to become an outstanding industry leader or subject matter expert no matter what path you choose. I wish you every success with your application. A world of opportunities awaits you at Giza Systems!
Shehab ElNawawi Chairman and Managing Director @ Giza Systems and Founder @ Giza Systems School of Technology
Im Wessam. And U?
Surprised to be on such informal terms? Well, thats how we deal with each other at Giza Systems from interns to Chairman we are all on first name basis. At Giza Systems, were also in the habit of asking questions. And U? which isnt just an inquiry about your name, its also an invitation to consider what Giza Systems might be able to offer you, and what contribution you might be able to make to our organization. These are important questions, because one of our four corporate values is taking ownership in whatever we do and that means that the best solutions come from working together with colleagues and clients. In short: effective teamwork requires strong relationships, mutual respect, and regularly sharing knowledge and experience. Giza Systems success is based on our ability to work closely and effectively in teams. And to do that, we need people with outstanding capabilities both on the professional and personal levels. We are always excited to find people who take responsibility and pursue their goals with determination; people who want to make things happen and are committed to developing on a permanent basis. As a systems integrator or a professional industry-focused technology services company, our first priority is to deliver professional expertise and efficient services to satisfy our clients. Having said that, we also aim to build client relationships based on integrity, trust and transparency and these are also part of our four corporate values that are geared towards the long term plans of Giza Systems to enable everyone involved to derive real, lasting benefits. We have just launched an internal program called Becoming Distinctive and the idea behind it is to describe what our people and clients experience when they work with Giza Systems. The Becoming Distinctive Program will provide our people with the necessary tools to help us as a company become distinctive in the marketplace. We want our clients to have a consistently positive experience when dealing with any member of our team at Giza Systems. By the same token, we want the same to apply to our people. Giza Systems is focused on enhancing value for its people and the aim behind all of this is to create a great place to work experience where our people can fully understand and identify with the goals of our organization and see its realization. Back in 1997, I was exactly in the same position as you are now. Who knows where youll be in ten or twenty years. I hope this guide helps you make the right decision for your future. It would be great if we could meet soon at Giza Systems! I know I am looking forward to it!
Wessam Ghazy Managing Director @ Giza Systems School of Technology and Director, Institutional Development @ Giza Systems
L-R: Dina Hassan, Senior Recruitment Specialist, Yomna Basem, Learning & Education Coordinator and Nahla Ali Sharara, Business Coordinator, Sales and Delivery, IA
Table of Contents
What Does Giza Systems Have to Offer? What Makes Us Different? Where Do You See Yourself @ Giza Systems? What Awaits You @ the different business units? What Awaits You @ Enterprise? What Awaits You @ Industrial Applications? What Awaits You @ Telecom? What Awaits You @ Consultation and Integration? What Awaits You @ Our Support Functions? Who We Are, What We Do and How Can You Join? Learning and Education Whats the Work Environment Like @ Giza Systems? What Are Your Benefits? How About an Internship? Our Corporate Social Responsibility Where Do You Start and Who Should You Contact? 6 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 32 36 40 42 44
L-R: Sara El-Essawy, Marketing Specialist, Marketing Department, Karim Mowafy, GSST Graduate Class 09, now Junior Systems Engineer, IA and Mohamed El-Tohamy, GSST Graduate Class 09, now Junior Business Analyst, C&I
Giza Systems www.gizasystems.com is the number one systems integrator in Egypt and the Middle East, providing a wide range of industry specific technology solutions in the Telecom, Utilities, Oil & Gas, and Manufacturing industries. We have been shaping the IT industry and corporate agendas since 1974. Our consultancy practice provides industry focused services that enhance value for our clients by streamlining operational and business processes. Operating in the Middle East through Giza Arabia www.gizaarabia.com, our group of companies is focused on contributing to the local and regional development with our technology solutions, commitment and outstanding customer service. Our team of 700 professionals enables us to extend our geographic footprint delivering diverse projects and connecting us with clients in the Middle East, Latin America and Russia.
L-R clockwise: Soaad Magdy Bayazeid, Software Testing Engineer, C&I, Maha Saied El-Sharawy, Junior Admin Assistant, IA, Karim Abdelmoneim, GSST Graduate Class 09, now Junior Systems Engineer, IA, Wael Eskandar, Senior Business Anaylst, C&I and Nahla Ali Sharara, Business Coordinator, Sales and Delivery, IA
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Our Values
An organization can only develop a culture of sharing experience and mutual respect if every single person puts these values into practice on a daily basis. Giza Systems corporate culture revolves around originality and the sharing of knowledge and ideas, and is built on four strong values and behaviors. The Becoming Distinctive Program links to these core values in a unique way providing our people with the tools to help us as a company become distinctive in the marketplace.
Innovation means going to the marketplace and using this innovation to the benefit of our clients. It also means expressing our point of view which demands responsibility, courage and vision.
We take ownership in whatever we choose to do. The best solutions come from working together with colleagues and clients. And that effective teamwork requires strong relationships, mutual respect, and regularly sharing knowledge and experience.
We operate with integrity and trust with our people and with clients and that helped us create the successful company that we are now.
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Karim Mowafy, GSST Graduate Class 09, now Junior Systems Engineer, IA
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L-R: Fadi Maurice Hanna, GSST Graduate Class 09 now Junior Application Implementer, Enterprise and Karim Mowafy, GSST Graduate Class 09, now Junior Systems Engineer, IA
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Your qualifications:
You have a degree in engineering majoring in Computer Engineering, Information Systems or Computer Science. You are a graduate of a reputable university with a minimum overall grade of Good.
You have basic technical knowledge of: Oracle , DBA, Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
Our requirements:
Youre a team player with analytical skills, initiative, a highly developed sense of responsibility and strong communications skills. Youre motivated to train on an ongoing basis and prepared to do professional exams. You have good command of English and good PC skills.
Do you have the ambition and energy to tackle the challenges we face analytically and systematically, take the necessary steps and implement innovative solutions? Are you goal-oriented and able to work independently? Are you a team player who likes to take the initiative and help develop new business? If your answer to all three questions is yes, then we are looking forward to hearing from you.
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L-R: Nesreen Fawzy Mohamed, Software Developer, C&I, Maha Saied El-Sharawy, Junior Admin Assistant, IA and Karim Abdelmoneim, GSST Graduate Class 09, now Junior Systems Engineer, IA
The industrial revolution that started in the 18th century was a critical point in the history of humanity and helped shape the world that we live in today. Even the little things we enjoy today and take for granted like water, electricity and food have been shaped by this revolution. The result is that in the modern world we have plants, factories and industries providing us with oil and gas, water, electricity and various food products delivered to us on a mass scale. The increasing demand for production and the utilization of more machinery to meet those needs creates challenges about how to manage the
production process. Industries seek control systems that are able to control the machinery so that high quality, efficiency and productivity are ensured. Also in large plants and factories, in the presence of giant machines with complicated functionality, there needs to be not only safety measures, but also safety systems that ensure that no one is harmed in case of any malfunction. These safety systems need to be designed so as to make sure that no workers are hurt by machinery or leakage, that no fire breaks out and that our environment is not negatively affected by such leakage. These safety systems are also set up for the prevention of great financial loss in case of natural hazards.
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Your qualifications:
You have a degree in engineering majoring in Electrical Power, Communication or Computer Control. You are a graduate of a reputable university with a minimum overall grade of Good.
You have basic technical knowledge of: AutoCad, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Distributive Control Systems (DCS)
Our requirements:
Youre a team player with analytical skills, initiative, a highly developed sense of responsibility and strong communications skills. Youre motivated to learn and train on an ongoing basis and prepared to do professional exams. You have good command of English and good PC skills. You are industry solutions-oriented, serviceminded and a great team player. You want to work in a highly technical and professional organization where you have plenty of opportunities to develop.
If youre looking for a challenging and inspiring environment, this is your chance. We look forward to hearing from you.
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The telecom industry has been around for some time ever since Claude Chappe built the first fixed visual telegraphy system in 1792. Even before that, throughout history, people needed to communicate with one another across distances, whether it is through talking, writing to one another or providing various visual or audio signals from a distance. The objective of telecommunication is to communicate more information across great distances. Not much has changed in the need for telecommunications, but the ever-present challenges
require solutions that would easily communicate more information across greater distances in less time. Today, more data is transferred to great distances than anyone thought possible. Not only can we see and talk to one another across continents, but also huge chunks of information are being shared worldwide between people of various age, belief, language and nationality. With more services being provided and with huge advancements in technology, the demands to provide these services in a more efficient and less costly means of delivery has become more impending.
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Your qualifications:
You have a degree in engineering majoring in computer engineering which makes 90% of our total hires in the Telecom business unit. You are a graduate of a reputable university with a minimum overall grade of Good.
You have basic technical knowledge of: Java, developer skills and database knowledge which are the most common for OSS teams. Oracle and development skills are required for BSS teams. Core communications teams are looking for Communications, as well as GSM fundamentals. Infrastructure teams are looking for people with Linux administration, as well as good knowledge of IP networking (CCNA level).
Although we expect you to have some basic knowledge on the above, we also appreciate a different mix in knowledge because this diversity is what makes our team unique and special, so please make sure you provide us with all the areas that you have knowledge in even if it is different than what is listed above.
Our requirements:
Youre a team player with analytical skills, initiative, a highly developed sense of responsibility and strong communications skills. Youre motivated to learn and train on an ongoing basis and prepared to do professional exams. You have good command of English and good PC skills. You are industry solutions-oriented and serviceminded. You want to work in a highly technical and professional organization where you have plenty of opportunities to develop.
If youre looking for a challenging and inspiring environment, this is your chance. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Fadi Maurice Hanna, GSST Graduate Class 09 now Junior Application Implementer, Enterprise
Every industry has a different set of goals and procedures to achieve its targets, and one of the most important things to think of is how to achieve these targets. The how makes all the difference and acquiring the experience to do things right is painstaking. This experience does not come without a heavy cost. Industries employ highly experienced consultants in order to avoid the high costs of making mistakes and to advise them on how to maximize their efficiency and their productivity.
The need to catch up with technology introduces new systems and software to a company. These new systems need to work in existing environments in such a way so that all systems - new and old function together. Its much like when an organ transplant surgeon needs to make sure that the new organ isnt rejected and functions properly with the rest of the body. For such situations, the industries call upon the expertise of integrators who manage to get systems to chime together harmoniously.
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We provide a variety of services to our customers such as analysis, solution architecture, design and implementation, testing and data migration.
Your qualifications:
You have a degree in engineering majoring in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology. You are a graduate of a reputable university with a minimum overall grade of Good.
You have basic technical knowledge of: Relational databases, programming languages (preferably Java), and modeling knowledge (UML, data flow diagrams).
Our requirements:
Youre a team player with analytical skills, initiative, a highly developed sense of responsibility and strong communications skills. Youre motivated to learn and train on an ongoing basis and prepared to do professional exams. You have good command of English and have good PC skills.
Do you have the ambition and energy to tackle the challenges we face analytically and systematically, take the necessary steps and implement innovative solutions? Are you goal-oriented and able to work independently? Are you a team player who likes to take the initiative and help develop new business? Are you looking to lay the cornerstone of a career in the consultation business? Want to work with clients in a whole range of different industries and businesses? If your answer to all these questions is yes and you are looking for a challenging and inspiring environment, this is your chance. We are looking forward to hearing from you.
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Information Technology
Information Technology is the computer nerve center of Giza Systems. This is where central email, document management and financial systems are developed. These are the people who maintain the applications our teams need to do their day-to-day work. This is the team that provides IT support. Your role in providing IT solutions could make an important contribution to developing Giza Systems business processes.
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Karim Abdelmoneim, GSST Graduate Class 09, now Junior Systems Engineer, IA
events for teams and clients whether existing or potential. Your job is to ensure that the message gets across and that Giza Systems image is reflected in its corporate design. Marketing and Communications offers a wide variety of different areas of work and challenging individual roles each of which helps position Giza Systems as the market leader in Egypt and the Middle East. Your mission is to strengthen the Giza Systems and the GSST brand which will ultimately boost our revenues and profitability. Our Market Intelligence team is another crucial part of the Marketing team. They collect market data, conduct research and analyze market dynamics to support strategic decision-making.
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L-R clockwise: Nesreen Fawzy Mohamed, Software Developer, C&I, Yomna Basem, Learning & Education Coordinator, Nahla Ali Sharara, Business Coordinator, Sales and Delivery, IA and Wael Eskandar, Senior Business Anaylst, C&I
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learning programs support the companys sales and delivery strategy focusing on the different industry verticals that we serve. GSSTs learning and education programs are considered your one-stop shop for managing your learning activity and professional development. These integrated programs make it easy to find course information, enroll, receive confirmation, book travel, and track your learning activity and compliance with continuing professional education requirements.
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GSST Graduates Class 2009 L-R: Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed Makhlouf, now OSS Engineer, Telecom, Tamer Mohamed Diaa, now Junior Systems Engineer, IA Department, Mohamed El-Tohamy, Junior Business Analyst, C&I, Karim Mowafy, Junior Systems Engineer, IA and Fadi Maurice Hanna, Junior Application Implementer, Enterprise
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At Giza Systems, we recognize that our people are the key to sustaining the companys record of quality service and growing even more. To attract, retain and advance the best people, we are committed to making Giza Systems a great place to work. We have started making positive steps to accomplish this - our people strategy is focused on this goal. Creating an open and flexible work environment is very important to our people strategy and the accomplishment of this goal.
Our priorities for accomplishing the goals of being a great place to work is to diversify our work force, retain and advance our people especially our top performers and improve our flexibility and work-life tools. To foster the behaviors that will enable us to achieve this goal, diversity and work-life activities are crucial. We believe an inclusive workplace enables us to take advantage of the talents of our diverse workforce, to improve the quality of our services and to grow our business. These priorities are fundamental to giving everyone the opportunity to succeed in achieving his or her personal and professional goals. It is also a business imperative tied to the companys continued success and growth. Fair and equal employment practices are inherent in this strategy. Affirmative action is a building block for these fair and equal employment practices. It is an integral component of our strategy for sustaining our overall business performance though enhanced regional market relationships, attracting and retaining the best talent and delivering the most innovative industry-focused solutions to our diverse client base. We also believe that our people are more productive at work when they have the flexibility to successfully manage their lives outside work. Flexibility is an individuals ability, over time, to meet the demand of their role and accomplish the things they identify as priorities outside the office. Our management goal is to create a flexible work environment where we can respond in the most active way to the demands of a client service business, while providing our management team and staff with control over their own quality of life. As for the physical workplace environment, we are currently located in Mohandesseen, but by the third quarter of this year we should be moving to a state-
of-the-art new premises located in New Cairo. Since we are company that is committed to supporting the environment, we took a responsible decision to build our new premises along the green building concept using processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout the buildings life-cycle: from siting to design, construction, operation, maintenance and renovation. Although new technologies are constantly being developed to complement current practices in creating greener structures, the common objective is that green buildings are designed to reduce the overall impact of the built environment on human health and the natural environment by: Efficiently using energy, water, and other resources Protecting occupant health and improving employee productivity Reducing waste and pollution
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To easily find colleagues and way around the office because of interoffice signage and floor plans available on each floor Privacy and concentration when needed A choice of alternative work settings that encourage good team communication, social and team interaction, as well as a positive relaxed environment Suitable storage for reference material and client files Vending / Catering that is efficient and proportionate to the user
The new premises will also encourage the shared or common workspace and alternative work settings that include: Library facilities, WiFi enabled areas, breakout areas, local non-client meeting rooms and project rooms Client meeting rooms; client lounge; staff gym and catering services, cafeteria / caf, kitchenette, central file stores or archive rooms and mosque or prayers room Our corporate university - Giza Systems School of Technologys campus including classrooms, labs, training material printing center, in addition to a caf dedicated to serving our people and students.
By introducing this new working environment, we aim at raising our peoples expectations so that they will get: An appropriate place to work when needed and the ability to easily access it Easy and immediate connectivity to the network, telephones and power Easy and immediate access to printers, copiers and faxes A clean, safe and secure facility A physically comfortable and ergonomically compliant facility An efficiently operated facility supporting customer service and flexible working practices
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L-R: Ayat Koshak, Admin Assistant, Yomna Basem, Learning & Education Coordinator and Rabab Asaad Ahmed, Balance Scorecard Analyst
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Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Reputable medical insurance provider Company pays 100% of annual premium while employee pays 20% Company doctor available on premises
Activities:
Sports Tournaments (football and volleyball league)
Other leagues will follow soon!
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Other Services:
Gizawi 2010
Gizawi 2010 is our Share Point Portal, a local intranet where we share knowledge with each other. It provides our people with resources and a connection to the knowledge they need, when they need it. It also provides a platform for our people to voice their opinions. Gizawi is your one-stop-shop for information on anything and everything inside Giza Systems. On Gizawi youll find: Blogs: Created by our people to voice their opinion and share their ideas and comments. You can have yours too! Company policies and procedures Giza Systems latest news, press releases, etc., Links to forms to request business cards or other HCD forms (leave requests, bank letters, etc.,) Marketing information and how you can support the brand (under construction) Knowledge Center where the different business units inside the company share knowledge by contributing to a repository of proposals and best practice (under construction)
Cafeteria
Cafeteria available at the Tiba Building on the 7th floors Roof providing a variety of snacks, sandwiches and drinks in a pleasant atmosphere.
Bank Account
Giza Systems has a corporate account with NSGB bank A bank representative regularly visits Giza Systems premises to facilitate services for our people Our Personnel Department takes care of all the procedures to save you the trouble of having to open an account yourself
Discount Rates
Currently ADSL subscription. Other services coming soon.
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If youre a hard worker, team player, creative and studying at one of the reputable engineering faculties in Egypt, and you are looking for a challenge, we can offer you various internships in our different business units and in our supporting functions, as well. Without doubt, an internship is the best way of gaining practical experience in your planned career and finding out what the real world is like. Youll get to work in interdisciplinary (and often international) teams on real projects, internally and externally. In order to offer sufficient professional guidance, we only offer a limited number of internships each year in July and August. For example, in some departments, we have to take into account the confidentiality of our clients. We do our best to provide our interns with a wide range of interesting challenges during their internships at Giza Systems.
Throughout your internship youll receive support from our professionals, plus regular feedback on your development. You will be actively encouraged to contribute with your ideas and suggestions and take the initiative. Its a great opportunity to learn, gain and share knowledge and to meet people at Giza Systems. Youll find details of current internship vacancies / openings on our careers section www.gizasystems.com/ careers. The site is currently under construction, but in the near future it will feature an online application tool in addition to more useful information and tips on how to make a successful application. Ideally you should send your application to us around four months before your chosen internship starts, but we will also be glad to consider applications that arrive later than this. And the best thing about an internship: you may become our campus ambassador or better yet, you may end up getting hired permanently.
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Environment
As part of our move to New Cairo, we developed and will be implementing an environmental strategy, this includes programs in waste, energy and resource management to minimize our environmental impact. Our building will include a number of designedin features including optimum control of air conditioning. Waste prevention, minimization and recycling are high environmental priorities at Giza Systems. We are targeting to reach a good percentage on waste management by end of 2010 by selling our waste to be recycled. We decided that the proceeds should go to sponsoring and supporting other community associations and services. In addition, the new office premises will also help with its new features to save energy through a number of solutions that will be integrated with the building management system. As a member of todays rapidly changing global community, we are striving to adapt to the evolving needs of our society and contribute to the overall health and wellness of Egypt. We are continually reviewing and improving our efforts to lessen our impact on the environment, nurture a workplace of diversity and inclusion, conduct responsible business practices, and uphold the highest ethical standards in everything we do. We choose to take an active role in our community we care about the future of Egypt. How about you?
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L-R Clockwise: Wessam Ghazy, Managing Director, GSST, Nesreen Fawzy Mohamed, Software Developer, C&I, Karim Abdelmoneim, GSST Graduate Class 09, now Junior Systems Engineer, IA, Dina Hassan, Senior Recruiment Specilist, HCD, Karim Mowafy, GSST Graduate Class 09, now Junior Systems Engineer, IA, Nahla Ali Sharara, Business Coordinator, Sales and Delivery, IA and Wael Eskandar, Senior Business Analyst, C&I
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Yomna Basem, Learning and Education Coordinator, Tel. +202 3760 8801/2 Ext: 1805 info@gsst.com.eg
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Egypt
Head Office 17, Tiba St. Mohandesseen Giza, Cairo 12311, Egypt Tel: +202 3760 8801 Fax: +202 3338 5775 3338 5799 E-Mail: info@gizasystems.com Alexandria 3A, El Moaskar El Romany St., Roushdy, Alexandria, Egypt Tel. & Fax: +203 543 2660 546 7785 Assiut 13, Khorshid St., off Thabet St. Assiut, Egypt Tel. & Fax: +2088 330 117 Ismailia 43 Road 3 in front of the old University, Taksim Al Balah, Ismailia, Egypt Tel.& Fax: +2064 335 276
Saudi Arabia
Riyadh Giza Arabia Rosayes Business Center, P.O. Box 67765 Riyadh 11517, KSA Tel.: +966 1 460 2890 Fax: +966 1 460 2892
UAE
Dubai Giza Systems JLT Fortune Tower - Office No. 1306 13th Floor Jumeirah Lake Towers Dubai, UAE
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Giza Systems www.gizasystems.com is the number one systems integrator in Egypt and the Middle East, providing a wide range of industry specific technology solutions in the Telecom, Utilities, Oil & Gas, and Manufacturing industries. We have been shaping the IT industry and corporate agendas since 1974. Our consultancy practice provides industry focused services that enhance value for our clients by streamlining operational and business processes. Operating in the Middle East through Giza Arabia www. gizaarabia.com, our group of companies is focused on contributing to the local and regional development with our technology solutions, commitment and outstanding customer service. Our team of 700 professionals enables us to extend our geographic footprint delivering diverse projects and connecting us with clients in the Middle East, Latin America and Russia. www.gizasystems.com | www.gizaarabia.com | www.gsst.com.eg