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Oman
Oil Industry Supplies and Services commended for upholding the BSA
Code of Ethics
Posted: 26 March 2004
Business Software Alliance (BSA), the leading non-governmental
organisation that represents the interests of global and local software
developers, has commended Oman Oil Industry Supplies and Services
Company LLC (OOISS), a company belonging to the Zubair Corporation
of Oman, for upholding the BSA Code of Ethics. OOISS was awarded
a Certificate by Mr. Jawad Al Redha, Co-Chairman, BSA, at an event
organised on March 21, 2004.
Speaking on the occasion, Al Redha said, “OOISS have consistently
provided support to the IPR campaigns launched by BSA. Through the
use of original, licensed software in every aspect of their daily
operations, OOISS have proven that the use of legal copies of software
can enhance workflow because of its superior capabilities. What
is even more commendable is that OOISS invested in legal software,
when the availability of cheaper, pirated software was rampant.”
“The protection of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) is
crucial the flourishing of innovation in any sector of the market.
As such, by creating obstacles to investment in research and development,
violations of IPR can cause serious harm to the growth potential
of an economy. BSA’s campaigns have been geared towards eradicating
this menace from the Middle Eastern IT markets. It is heartening
to note that our consistent awareness campaigns have borne fruit
and important players from the regional markets have come forward
to lead by example the fight for IPR protection,” added Al
Redha.
“OOISS commitment to IPR is rooted in the belief if that there
are no shortcuts to quality. The potential of original software
is unmatched by even the most cleverly copied software. So it has
never made sense to invest in cheap copies, when the original is
readily available,” said Robert M. Ambrose, General Manager,
OOISS. “As pioneering members of the Omani market, we also
understand the importance of maintaining and encouraging the vibrancy
of market activity. It is important to remember that IPR laws violation
in one sector of the market can only encourage the spread of the
menace into other areas. Therefore, it is important to set market
examples of IPR protection.”
“Over the years, we have noted the changes brought about
in the public perception of IPR through the campaigns organised
by BSA. OOISS has supported these campaigns by ensuring total compliance
to BSA’s Code of Ethics in its daily operations, as well encouraging
awareness amongst the organisations employees,” said Noah
N. G. Naidoo, Chief Executive Officer, Zubair Corporation.
The event, which was attended by representatives of OOISS, the
Zubair Corporation and BSA, marked a new milestone in BSA’s
Antipiracy campaigns in Oman. It follows the signing of BSA Code
of Ethics by Omani resellers and distributors in October 2003 and
the January announcement by the Omani Ministry of Heritage and Culture
that it will launch fresh initiatives in 2004 to support BSA’s
IPR campaigns.
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About Business Software Alliance
The Business Software Alliance (BSA) is an international organization
representing leading software and e-commerce developers in 65 countries
around the world. Established in 1988, BSA has offices in the United
States, Europe and Asia. As the voice of the software industry,
BSA helps governments and consumers understand how software strengthens
the economy, worker productivity and global development and how
its further expansion hinges on the successful fight against software
piracy and Internet theft. BSA’s efforts include educating
computer users about software copyrights; advocating public policy
that fosters innovation and expands trade opportunities; and fighting
software piracy.
BSA Worldwide Members
Adobe Systems, Apple Computer, Filemaker, Autodesk, Bentley Systems,
CNC Software/Mastercam., Macromedia, Microsoft, Symantec, UGS, BSA
Policy Council, Compaq, Dell, Entrust, IBM, Intel, Intuit, Network
Associates, Novell and Sybase.
Posted by Richard Price,
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