Education on the Cloud

Anakbut together with Citrix builds new desktop virtualization platform that enables on-demand learning across vocational schools and universities in the UAE

Ankabut has deployed Citrix app and desktop virtualization technologies to provide staff and students in schools and universities across the UAE with on-demand access to their apps and data, on any device, anytime.

The organization has deployed an application and desktop virtualization solution based on Citrix NetScaler, XenApp and XenDesktop – providing staff and students with the freedom to access curriculums and learning materials anywhere, on any device. This flexible e-learning environment is available to 1,600 users, with intention to expand the user base to 10,000 by the end of 2016.

Ankabut has also centralized the management and delivery of graphically intensive apps required for subjects such as engineering or architecture – removing the need for staff and students to invest in high-performance hardware.

Fahem Al Nuaimi, CEO of Ankabut said, “This has also helped us in providing advanced learning management tools that allow universities to collaborate globally and is in line with the UAE government’s commitment to driving innovation and progress.”

Johnny Karam, Regional Vice President, Middle East, Turkey and Africa, Citrix, added, “With smart learning programmes and technology a key focus for the UAE government, Ankabut has truly embraced this vision, ensuring that students, parents and teachers have a safe and secure e-learning experience – significantly improving education outcomes in the future.”