For decades, the technology developed by Intel Corporation has enabled the computer and Internet revolution that is changing the world and the way people work, play and live. Founded in 1968 to build semiconductor memory products, Intel introduced the world's first microprocessor in 1971. Today, Intel—the world's largest chip maker—is also a leading manufacturer of computer, networking, and communications products.

At Intel, the focus is not simply on what we make, but on what people around the world can accomplish when they have access to uncompromised technology and the means to use it. We aim to enhance lives by accelerating access to uncompromised technology for everyone, anywhere in the world through accessibility, connectivity, and education. Intel also invests in local companies and works with industry partners to further expand the use of technology in order to support social and economic advancement.

Intel has been working for many years with governments, industry, individuals, and organizations on a variety of efforts. Working in 112 countries and more than 1,300 cities worldwide, Intel is able to respond effectively to the unique needs of citizens around the globe.

Intel and IDC are pleased to welcome you at the Gala Dinner at Le Palais Brongniart, Place de la Bourse, Rue Vivienne, 75002 Paris, on Monday, September 25, at 20:00.

About AMD
Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) is a leading global provider of innovative microprocessor solutions for computing, communications and consumer electronics markets. Founded in 1969 AMD is dedicated to delivering superior computing solutions based on customer needs that empower users worldwide

Smarter Choice
AMD endeavours to add real world value to Enterprise IT with best of breed business solutions.  The AMD64 portfolio of processors for servers, desktops, workstations and notebooks enables simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing to meet enterprise computing needs for today and future-proof IT investments for tomorrow. Currently 90 percent of the top 100 Forbes Global 2000 companies or their subsidiaries rely on AMD64 technology.

With energy–efficient computing identified as a key industry challenge, businesses are increasingly seeking to reduce total cost of ownership as well as contributing to an improved global environment.  In response to these needs, AMD has an established leadership position in power-efficient, performance-per-watt computing with the AMD Opteron™ processor.

HP is a technology solutions provider to consumers, businesses and institutions globally. HP is the largest consumer IT company, the world's largest SMB IT company and a leading enterprise IT company. For the four fiscal quarters ended April 30, 2006, HP revenue totaled $88.9 billion .

The company's offerings span IT infrastructure, personal computing and access devices, global services and imaging and printing. HP’s three business units drive industry leadership in core technology areas:

• The Personal Systems Group brings to market HP’s leading business and consumer PCs, mobile computing devices and workstations.
• The Imaging and Printing Group applies its expertise to inkjet, LaserJet and commercial printing, printing supplies, digital photography and entertainment.
• The Technology Solutions Group draws from a worldclass portfolio of business products including storage and servers, managed services and software

Founded in 1972, SAP is the recognized leader in providing collaborative business solutions for all types of industries and for every major market. SAP is the world's largest inter-enterprise software company and the world's third-largest independent software supplier overall.

SAP’s integration and application platform, SAP NetWeaver, works with your existing IT infrastructure to enable and manage change. With SAP NetWeaver, you can design, implement, and execute new business strategies and processes. And drive innovation throughout your organization by combining existing systems while maintaining a sustainable cost structure.

About 3Com Corporation
3Com Corporation is a leading provider of secure, converged voice and data networking solutions for enterprises and SMBs. 3Com offers a broad line of innovative products backed by world class sales, service and support, which excel at delivering business value for its customers. Through its TippingPoint division, 3Com is the leading provider of network-based intrusion prevention systems that deliver in-depth application protection, infrastructure protection, and performance protection. 3Com also is the majority owner of Huawei-3Com Co., Ltd. (H-3C), a China-based joint venture formed by 3Com and Huawei in November 2003. H-3C brings innovative and cost-effective product development and manufacturing and a strong footprint in one of the world’s most dynamic markets.

AT&T Inc. is one of the world's largest telecommunications holding companies. Operating globally under the AT&T brand, AT&T companies are recognized as the leading worldwide providers of IP-based communications services to business and as leading U.S. providers of high speed DSL Internet, local and long distance voice, and directory publishing and advertising services.  Globally AT&T offers MPLS services in 127 countries and has 30 internet data centres deployed around the world. AT&T Inc. holds a 60 percent ownership interest in Cingular Wireless, which is the No. 1 U.S. wireless services provider with 57.3 million wireless customers. . Additional information about AT&T Inc. and AT&T products and services is available at www.att.com.

Hitachi Data Systems develops and delivers Application Optimized Storage™ solutions, including virtualized tiered storage, to maximize customers’ return on investment and minimize risk. These solutions are designed to align IT with business objectives, overcoming such challenges as business continuity, disaster recovery, data lifecycle management, and storage consolidation, whilst simplifying IT infrastructures.

Solution components include the TagmaStore™ Universal Storage Platform for large-scale virtualization, Network Storage Controller midrange virtualization engine, and Adaptable or Workgroup Modular Storage models for SMBs.  These are complemented by Hitachi HiCommand® software for management across heterogeneous environments and Global Solution Services for consulting and implementation services.

Hitachi Data Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., and conducts business through direct and indirect channels in over 170 countries and regions.  For more information, visit: www.hds.com

Siemens Communications engages in a dialog with its customers to create trendsetting communications solutions that help network operators and enterprises achieve their business goals. Siemens Communications contributes its innovative strength, worldwide experience and unsurpassed implementation expertise in all areas of voice and data communications. As an innovation leader and one of the world’s leading providers of communications solutions for mobile, fixed and enterprise networks, Siemens Communications delivers customer value today and prepares customers for tomorrow with trendsetting solutions.

Siemens Communications operates in over 150 countries and generated sales of more than 13 billion euros in fiscal year 2005 with a workforce of 54,500.

More about Siemens Communications at www.siemens.com/communications

Xerox Global Services

Documents cost a lot of money: Every organisation in the current climate is trying to increase revenues whilst reducing costs and enhancing productivity. There is one area of spend which is not under control and is not measured. It is our experience, endorsed by consultants, that document costs are significant and, more importantly, often not measured in an organisation. Document costs are between 5%-15% of an organisation’s revenue with 17%-25% of that cost directly related to document output.

Many organisations do not know the cost of documents in their organisations: This means, therefore, that they cannot even begin to reduce and control their document cost. Xerox Global Services establish a baseline for document spend from which we drive significant savings. In the office environment alone for example we are able to cut document management costs by around 25%.

Documents are critical to many business processes: Think of almost any business process (billing, customer communications) and you will find that documents are involved somewhere – whether paper or electronic. In some processes documents are of critical importance, for example, customer application forms. Xerox Global Services is able to improve documents in the business process, thereby making the process more efficient and effective. Via our range of document outsourcing services we are also able to manage that process for you too.

Aldon is the leading provider of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) solutions that brings the benefits of process-driven application change management to IT, accelerating the delivery of mission-critical business applications. Aldon ALM solutions support today’s agile organizations by enabling IT teams to greatly improve their products' time to market, reduce business disruptions, achieve regulatory compliance and increase return on investment. More than 1,300 companies, including 70 of the Fortune 100, rely on Aldon ALM solutions for enterprise software configuration and change management for their IT business processes. Established in 1979, Aldon is headquartered in Emeryville, California and maintains 14 offices worldwide serving more than 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.aldon.com.

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