The World Economic Forum (WEF) and Construction Products Holding Company (CPC) recently hosted a workshop in Riyadh, themed “Saudi Arabia’s evolving business environment: Exploring risks and competitiveness.” More than 32 prominent businessmen as well as CEOs from elite companies of the Kingdom joined in the discussions and participated with their input on how risks and competitiveness effect their business environment. Faysal Alaquil, director of business development for CPC, was very pleased with the outcome of the workshop. “Through a detailed power point presentation prepared by the delegation from the WEF, statistics regarding all aspects of competitiveness, risks, and overall status in Saudi Arabia in relation to other Arab States was presented.” The main points discussed regarding global “Risks to Watch” were cyber security, demographic challenges and opportunities, human resources and globalization. Senior executives of many companies attended the event. Alaquil added: “CPC, ‘Your Complete Building Solution’, a reliable source for all construction materials, and their advanced Industrial Parks within Saudi Arabia and abroad, have dedicated their resources and expertise toward not only sponsoring and setting up training facilities for young students, but is actively participating in CSR. In recognition of their vast contributions, CPC was presented the night before with an award for being the best Saudi company implementing CSR activities for the year 2011.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, has announced the introduction of RC Notebook series with the launch of the 14.0 “RC420, 15.6” RC520 in Saudi Arabia. The combination of a sleek modern design, latest second generation Intel CoreTM i5 Processor, powerful hybrid processors, exceptional display brightness, ultra-convenient product features and enhanced battery, the RC series will appeal to a wide-range of customers looking for a high-performance device. Park Jae Cheon, GM, Samsung Saudi Arabia, said: “The modern computing experience is dependent on power and performance needs which are met by the RC Series notebooks. The RC series are available with hybrid graphics processors, providing an optimum user experience while using power intelligently as the device switches between an nVIDIA Optimus for optimum HD viewing and an Intel HD Graphics for everyday use. Both are available with up to 8GB of memory, while each model also comes equipped with a capacious 500GB Hard Disc Drive. This functionality is complemented by a stunning display on each device, delivering films and images in stunning quality. Each device provides a vivid HD viewing experience with 300 nit Super Bright display which is 40 percent-50 percent brighter than normal display.” Park added: “A reliable longer battery lifespan is vital to notebook PC and this is enhanced on the RC series additions with the inclusion of Samsung’s PowerPlus battery technology.”
