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Nowadays, it is an undeniable truth that one of the principal vehicles of competitiveness and flexibility of the organization is the right information technology infrastructure. Over the last three and a half decades, Compugen has served as that partner for businesses across Canada and North America in taking enterprises through the mazes of a digital transformation. The owner, Harry Zarek, started the company from his basement, which is now one of the largest IT service providers in the country.

From Imitable Beginnings to IT Leadership

Compugen began in 1980 when Zarek, a Ph.D. student at the University of Toronto, saw computer possibilities for improving business operations. Started as a custom built PC company, it quickly diversified to offer full value IT solutions to large organisations as people want more.

Compugen's growth covers now cloud computing, data security, and infrastructure management, based on this strategic foresight. Today, Compugen is a recognized name that delivers customized IT solutions to boost efficiency while minimizing operational risks by simplifying complex IT ills in the digital maze..

Navigating Change with Flexibility and Innovation

New realities have come with the COVID-19 pandemic, one of which is forced rapid adaptation by businesses to working in remote and cloud-based solutions. Compugen helped many organizations adopt the new normal. Through its skills and expertise in cloud computing and virtual desktop environments, Compugen enabled organizations to retain productivity and security of data for the employees working remotely.

Compugen made itself a priceless vendor to clients during uncertain times for its agile, customized IT solutions, whether it was relocation of workloads to the cloud, enhanced capabilities for the remote worker, or security controls put in place; Compugen had tailored individual services to meet every business's need such that they could continue operations even under the pandemic-induced disruptions.

Simplifying Cloud Adoption with Microsoft Azure                        

As organizations continue to migrate more to cloud solutions, Compugen becomes the trusted partner of a client for cloud migration and management through Microsoft Azure. Cloud approach is how Compugen elevates businesses through every phase of cloud journey assessment to fully into the cloud.

Compugen's Managed Azure is one great offering of this program. It tells clients that cloud resources aren't just being installed into their environments, environments will also be secure, current, and optimized. With that managed technical aspect, they cannot worry what sorrows they should get from the cloudy infrastructure and can concentrate better in managing growth through innovation.

Innovation Culture Visionary                          

Zarek’s leadership style at Compugen encourages an environment of innovation based on a well-defined mission and vision. The company is dedicated to advancing front end IT processes, ready to lead industry by continually providing innovative, easy to use technology solutions. It also ensures that technology never looks so impressive that it is overwhelming, and clients are empowered to use it as effectively as possible.

Long Haul Growth and Success                                   

For over 30 years Compugen has been assisting clients in leading the fast change of our digital economy. It focuses on long term, scalable solutions to ensure that businesses are future ready, competitive in a dynamic operating environment. Compugen has become a leading IT service provider with a trusted approach, personalized service and a focus on innovation. The company prides itself on keeping its customers happy and developing enduring partnerships with businesses, which places it on great standing as a consistent ally for businesses.

About the Leader

Vimal Shah,  Founder & Chairman of Bidco Africa

"Bidco Africa has set a bold goal of achieving the number one market share in key African markets by 2030. To reach this target, the company plans to continue enhancing its product offerings while expanding its distribution network across the continent."


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