The global provider of services that unify the management of enterprise mobility, iPass (News - Alert), has entered into a partnership agreement with Etisalat, one of the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) largest telecommunications operator.

 

On account of this pact, iPass customers are expected to benefit from the addition of hundreds of Wi-Fi hotspot locations within the UAE.

 

Users of iPass will be able to log onto the Internet and access critical corporate data at Etisalat (News - Alert) hotspot locations via the iPassConnect mobility manager software. This helps these companies save money by avoiding the expense of Wi-Fi hotspot fees and 3G international data roaming charges, and ensures that security policies are followed.

 

The new hotspots include locations in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Ain, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Khorfakkan, including four international airports, major hotels such as the Ritz-Carlton, and coffee shops across the country.

 

Before being integrated into the iPass Global Broadband Roaming network, the Etisalat Wi-Fi hotspots will go through the iPass Enterprise Ready certification process, which includes testing for performance, reliability and compatibility with a comprehensive range of virtual private network (VPN), personal firewall and anti-virus software solutions.

 

“The addition of Etisalat to our network is an important boost to the broadband access coverage our customers will receive when travelling to the influential emirates,” said René Hendrikse, managing director EMEA, iPass, in a statement.

 

“With over 100,000 hotspot locations to choose from worldwide, iPass users now have more ways than ever to stay productive on the road.”

 

With iPass, enterprises can unify the management of remote and mobile connectivity and devices. In addition, iPass software and services allows customers to create easy-to-use broadband solutions for their mobile workers, home offices, and branch and retail locations complete with device management, security validation, and unified billing.

 

Earlier this month, iPass announced that it has integrated 3G wireless capabilities into its iPass Branch Office and iPass Retail Office managed network services.

 

Three new services, Wireless Jumpstart, Wireless Backup and Wireless Primary, take advantage of iPass’ nationwide 3G data coverage to provide branch offices and retail locations with an affordable and easy-to-deploy complement to wired connectivity.