Dohatna inaugurates Qatar’s largest Samsung outlet at Place Vendome Mall

Expanding the presence of Samsung Electronics outlets in Qatar, Ali Bin Ali Holding’s Dohatna Innovative Distribution has launched the sixth Dohatna Samsung outlet in Doha. The new store at the luxurious Place Vendome Mall was ceremoniously inaugurated on June 22, 2022, by the Chairman & President of Ali Bin Ali Holding, Mr. Adel Ali Bin Ali.

Also present at the event were Managing Director of Samsung – Qatar Branch – Mr. Yong Jae Lee, General Manager of Dohatna Innovative Distribution Mr. Mohammad Imran and Division Manager of Dohatna Retail Consumer Electronics Mr. Ganesh Mithra Parthajee, VIP guests, members of the local media.

Located on the first floor of the latest luxury destination of Qatar, the new Dohatna Samsung showroom is centrally placed. The 205sqm showroom is the biggest Samsung showroom in Qatar with the largest display area among all Samsung stores in the country. It offers the best customer experience, complemented by well-informed and friendly staff.

The new Samsung store was opened to the public with a grand ribbon-cutting ceremony following which the guests got a chance to experience the store and the Samsung products offered there. Refreshments and canapes were passed around to add to the celebration.

The new outlet has the full brand line-up of Samsung mobile phones, tablets and accessories and is sure to become a favorite among Samsung loyalists. On the occasion of the launch, the new Dohatna Samsung Electronics outlet will be giving out freebies and offering some exclusive promotions on selected items.

Speaking at the launch event, Mr. Adel Ali Bin Ali said: “Ali Bin Ali Holding is proud of its long-standing association with Samsung Gulf Electronics. Samsung offers some of the best digital solutions in the market and we are glad that we collaborate with them to bring that to the people of Qatar. This is the sixth Dohatna Samsung outlet in Qatar and we look forward to strengthening our ties and expanding the brand’s presence together.”

Ali Bin Ali Technology Solutions and Balador sign strategic partnership

Ali Bin Ali Technology Solutions (ABATS) and Balador have signed a strategic partnership aimed at activating the Balador electronic platform for all public and private sector organizations in Qatar.

Balador’s agreement with ABATS will elevate the customer flow experience to new heights, making the customer journey completely digital through this exclusive representation in Qatar by Ali Bin Ali Technology Solutions.

Balador is an intelligent cloud-based customer flow management tool that takes queuing from physical to virtual. It simply revolutionizes the way businesses provide their services and how they manage their customers’ journey by making queues a thing of the past.

This multi-tenant platform lists service providers, from both the public and private sectors, along with the branch names, services provided, locations, working hours and estimated waiting times based on proximity and availability. This allows the end user to book a ticket for the needed service or appointment without having to call, wait or queue for it; as well as rate their experience through star ratings and or text/voice messages.

All this translates into better time management for the public, avoiding crowding at business locations, and reducing pressure on customer-facing employees, thus increasing efficiency, productivity and customer satisfaction.

The signing of the agreement marked a commitment, from both parties, to cooperate in the field of information technology and digital transformation through the introduction of the Balador platform in Qatar.

The memorandum of understanding was signed on the sidelines of Smart City Expo Doha 2022, which was held on March 29 and 30, by the General Manager of ABATS, Mr. Rami Ammari, and the CEO of Balador, Mr. Mohamed Atout, in the presence of Mr. Mohamed Al Ebrik, the COO of Ali Bin Ali Holding’s ICT Division.

This agreement came in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 for economic transformation and the creation of a sustainable knowledge-based economy. It is also supporting the strategic national objectives of delivering integrated IT services and solutions for smart cities consistent with the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar.

Balador is a leader in digital technology solutions, applications and customer services, with extensive experience in the Middle East gained over more than 15 years in the field of digital transformation. This unique experience helped it conceive the idea of the electronic platform, Balador, to change the way the service is organized and delivered while managing the customer experience through abolishing the queue completely and making it a thing of the past.

Dohatna Signs Exclusive Distribution Agreement with Anker Innovations

Ali Bin Ali Holding’s Dohatna Innovative Distribution, one of the region’s largest distributors, On March 16, 2022 announced that it has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Anker Innovations, a global leader in charging technology and consumer technology products. This Partnership expands Ali Bin Ali’s existing extensive portfolio and increases Anker’s existing footprint in the Region.

This collaboration was announced during a two-day-long event that took place in Doha on March 15 and 16, March 2022. The event was attended by 300 delegates from the organized and independent retailers, as well as the local and regional media outlets representatives in Qatar.

Additionally, a delegation from Ali Bin Ali’s Dohatna and Anker Innovations were present at the event including Mohammad Imran, General Manager of Dohatna, Deepak Jayaram, Sales Manager of Dohatna and Faraz Mehdi, General Manager – Sales at Anker Innovations MEA. Guests attending both events received an introduction about the brand, the new products and got a chance to experience the Anker Exhibit Corner, where selected Anker Innovations products from the brands Anker Charging, eufy Appliances & Security, Soundcore and Nebula were on display, allowing attendees to get first-hand experience of the products.

“We have always tried to get the best and latest technology for the people in Qatar and I am sure that Anker Innovations products will be a valuable addition to that. With Anker’s innovative smart devices for entertainment, travel and smart homes combined with Dohatna’s market knowledge and reach, we look forward to a successful and long-term collaboration,” said Mohammad Imran, General Manager of Dohatna Innovative Distribution.

“We are very excited to expand our presence in the Middle East Region, to enable more people to experience Anker Innovations products. We are confident that Dohatna’s strong regional presence and distribution expertise will contribute immense value to our business and growth ambitions for 2022 and beyond,” said Faraz Mehdi, General Manager – Sales at Anker Innovations MEA

Anker and Dohatna’s offering in the Qatar market includes four brands:

  • Anker Charging: Anker’s core focus is to develop products that leverage new technologies such as GaN and its own PowerIQ smart chips to bring efficient and safe charging solutions. This includes wireless chargers, portable chargers, car chargers and wall chargers, as well as cables and hubs.
  • eufy Appliances & Security: eufy is a smart home brand by Anker Innovations. eufy was founded in 2016 with the objective of bringing the latest smart home technology and home security devices to households across the country at attainable prices.
  • Soundcore: Soundcore is part of the Anker Innovations family of consumer brands providing premium audio solutions (true wireless headphones, speakers and more). These include true wireless ear buds endorsed by Grammy-winning audio engineers and musicians, as well as over-ear headphones and indoor and outdoor Bluetooth speakers designed to amplify the party.
  • Nebula Projectors: Nebula is a smart and portable home projector brand. Nebula represents a new and exciting class of smart, portable entertainment devices, combining smart capability with immersive audio and visuals.

Dohatna Innovative Distribution inaugurates Qatar’s 5th Samsung outlet at Landmark Mall

 

Expanding the presence of Samsung Electronics outlets in Qatar, Ali Bin Ali Holding’s Dohatna Innovative Distribution has launched the fifth Samsung outlet in Doha. Inaugurated on January 21, 2021, the kiosk is located near gate 6 of the popular Landmark Mall and is strategically placed near Carrefour hypermarket.

The new outlet has the full brand line-up of Samsung mobile phones, tablets and accessories and is sure to become a favorite among Samsung loyalists. On the occasion of the launch, the new Samsung Electronics outlet will be offering some exclusive promotions on Samsung mobile, tablets and accessories from January 21 to 31, 2021.

Present at the opening were Ali Bin Ali Holding’s Group Chief Financial Officer Mr. Iftekhar Ahmad, General Manager of Dohatna Innovative Distribution Mr. Mohammed Imran, Division Manager – Samsung Products Mr. Deepak Jayaram and Finance Manager – Dohatna Innovative Distribution Mr. Azhar Baksh.

Speaking about the new venture, Mr. Imran said: “Dohatna Innovative Distribution has been for long the official partner of Samsung Electronics in Qatar and the latest outlet marks a new milestone in escalating our collaboration in Qatar. Samsung offers some of the best digital solutions in the market and we are glad that we play the medium to reach that to the people of Qatar. The launch of this new outlet reinforces that mission and I am sure it will be a welcome addition to the Samsung outlet chain in the country.”

 

 

Dohatna Innovative Distribution organizes annual meet

Ali Bin Ali Holding’s Dohatna Innovative Distribution organized an annual meet event at Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel on January 29, 2020.

The first edition of the meet was meant to recognize and appreciate the best- performing partners in different categories for Dohatna’s Samsung business division.

The evening was also used as a platform to launch some new innovative Samsung devices – the Galaxy Note10 Lite, S10 Lite and A71.

Apart from the General Manager of Dohatna Innovative Distribution, Mr. Mohammad Imran, and his staff, also present at the event were representatives from LuLu Hypermarket, Carrefour Qatar, Qatar Duty Free and other major electronics retailers in the country.

Opening the event, Mr. Imran said: “It is a pleasure to welcome all our partners here today and I take this opportunity to thank all of you for your support. This is our humble effort to appreciate and recognize your contribution. We take pride in being associated with all of you and hope our relationship gets stronger in the days to come.”

Although the meet was to appreciate all partners of Dohatna Innovative Distribution, some partners deserved special recognition and were awarded.

The Outstanding Best Performing Partners for 2019 awarded in different segments are: Samsung Display Solution – Retro Technical Services; Samsung Monitors – Plus One Solution; Entry Level Category – Ansar Gallery; Mid-Range Category – Safari Mobile; Accessories & Wearable – Qatar Duty Free; Flagship Samsung Devices – Techno Blue; Market share Improvement Category – Carrefour Qatar; and Overall Category – LuLu Qatar.

The evening concluded with a raffle draw and a delectable dinner.

 

Dohatna Innovative Distribution hosts exclusive Galaxy Fold event in Qatar

Ali Bin Ali Holding’s Dohatna Innovative Distribution, the official partner of Samsung Electronics, organized a special event in Doha on November 27 to offer high-profile guests a first-hand experience of the Galaxy Fold and a chance to discover Samsung’s largest-ever mobile display as well as multiple functionalities.

The exclusive event highlighted how the Galaxy Fold brings together the best of the smartphone and tablet experiences, folding them into one device.

 

Present at the exclusive event, held at Galeries Lafayette Doha’s Wahaj restaurant in 21 High st –Katara, were the Chairman & President of Ali Bin Ali Holding, Mr. Adel Ali Bin Ali; Vice-Chairman & EVP of Ali Bin Ali Holding, Mr. Nabeel Ali Bin Ali; General Manager of Dohatna Innovative Distribution, Mr. Mohammad Imran; Managing Director of Samsung Electronics Qatar & Kuwait, Mr. JungHeum Shin; and other officials from Dohatna’s Samsung Qatar team.

 

Welcoming everyone, Mr. Adel Ali Bin Ali said: “We are glad to be a part of this new chapter of mobile device history in Qatar. Our relationship with Samsung Electronics is not new and we hope to join hands with them in launching many more innovative products in Qatar.”

 

The Galaxy Fold has a 4.6-inch cover display and, when unfolded, the device reveals the world’s first 7.3-inch Infinity Flex Display, offering endless multitasking possibilities. The Galaxy Fold is also equipped with six versatile cameras from cover to cover, allowing you to snap a photo whenever and wherever while offering you flexibility in function as well as form. With a next-generation AP chipset and 12GB of RAM, the Galaxy Fold can achieve powerful performance.

 

Mr. JungHeum Shin said: “Samsung and Dohatna Innovative Distribution share a long-standing partnership and are continually looking for new ways to deliver the best possible mobile experiences to customers in Qatar. The category-defining Galaxy Fold is designed to inspire and unlock new mobile experiences, as evident in today’s event.”

 

The Galaxy Fold comes with 12GB of RAM and 512GB internal storage in Space Silver and Cosmos Black colors.

OPPO, in association with PDTC, launches its first retail store in Qatar

 

On October 31, the leading global smartphone brand, OPPO – in association with its exclusive distributor in Qatar, Prime Distribution and Trading Company (PDTC) – ceremoniously launched the first OPPO Retail Store in Qatar. It is also the first OPPO Brand Store in the Middle East.

Present at the inauguration ceremony was the General Manager of PDTC, Mr. Mohammad Imran, Sales Director of OPPO Middle East Mr.Vikas Pachnanda and OPPO Qatar Country Manager Ms.Yuan Meng.

Speaking about the new venture, Mr. Imran said: “Our association with OPPO is not new and we are glad to partner with them in launching their first store in Qatar. The brand is performing exceptionally well and is one of the top players in the region.”

The new OPPO Retail Store has the full brand line-up of mobile phones and accessories and has been designed to engage customers while encouraging them to explore and appreciate the craftsmanship and technological features of OPPO’s product range.

Also, the store has an after-sales station that can provide customer support and assistance, including walk-in repair for OPPO mobile devices.

The store is located at Plaza Mall, Building No. 355, Zone 56, Street 100, Asian Town, Doha.

ABA Group’s Prime Distribution Trading Company unleashes OPPO F7 in Qatar

Introducing yet another trendy mobile phone in Qatar, Ali Bin Ali (ABA) Group’s Prime Distribution Trading Company launched the new OPPO F7 on May 13, 2018. Powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), the F7 takes smartphone technology to new heights.

The new phone was ceremoniously launched at a special event at Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park in the presence of media and selected guests. Ali Bin Ali Group FMCG COO Mr. Nabil Mourad, General Manager of Prime Distribution Trading Company Mr. Mohammad Imran, OPPO Qatar General Manager Mr. Moffat Zhou and OPPO GCC Sales Director Mr. Vikas Penchanda were present to unveil the new phone.

The event was opened by Mr. Penchandafollowing which a product expert explained the unmatchable features of the smartphone. The product was physically revealed to guests when helium balloons lifted the cover off the product experience table. 

The house was then opened for questions from the media.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Mourad said: “It is our pleasure to be associated with OPPO GCC and together with them we look forward to introducing the latest technologies in Qatar.”

Mr. Imran was very positive about the new phone and said: “The F7 is the perfect package with amazing features, smooth performance and an attractive industrial design. It offers consumers a better user experience and is sure to become a favorite.”

The mobile phone is priced at QR1,249 for the version with 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM. The 128GB edition is priced at QR1,599. Users have three different color choices to suit their personality – Solar Red, Moonlight Silver and a special Diamond Black edition.

The phones are available across online and offline stores in Qatar.