Omnissa, formerly VMware’s End-User Computing (EUC) business, has made its official entry into Pakistan in partnership with S2, a value-driven cybersecurity distributor. The launch was announced at the World CIO 200 Summit – Pakistan Edition, hosted at the Pearl Continental Hotel in Karachi on August 23, 2025. The event, themed “Dawn of a New Decade – Bold. Unstoppable,” brought together more than 700 technology leaders, including CIOs, decision-makers, industry experts, and international dignitaries. The unveiling of Omnissa as part of S2’s portfolio was designed as a landmark occasion, highlighting how AI-powered digital workspace solutions will transform enterprise operations in Pakistan.
The launch ceremony was graced by Asghar Reza, Regional Lead Strategic Business South-East Asia for Omnissa, who delivered a keynote focused on the transformative role of AI-driven Digital Workspaces, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), and Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms. His remarks emphasized how Omnissa’s next-generation technology will enable enterprises in Pakistan to advance digital transformation, strengthen mobility, and secure workforce productivity at scale. The event also welcomed Muhammad Azfar Ahsan, Pakistan’s Former Minister for Investment and Chairman of Nutshell Group, as Guest of Honor, alongside the leadership of S2 including CEO Syed Safdar Hussain and COO Salman Popatya. Distinguished attendees also included Syed Abdul Qadir of A.F. Ferguson & Co. (PwC Pakistan) and advisor to Global CIO Forum, and Muhammad Umair Nizam, Director of ITCN Asia and World CIO Summit Pakistan.
The ceremony featured a curtain reveal of Omnissa’s brand presence in Pakistan, followed by a ribbon-cutting and cake-cutting segment that symbolized the company’s powerful entry into a market showing strong demand for advanced enterprise solutions. Addressing the gathering, Asghar Reza noted that Pakistan represents a high-potential landscape for next-generation workspace technology and expressed confidence that with S2 as its trusted partner, Omnissa will accelerate enterprise adoption of AI-powered VDI, UEM, and MDM platforms across key sectors. The strong presence of local and international leaders underscored the significance of this partnership in positioning Pakistan at the forefront of digital workspace adoption in the region.
During the summit, S2’s CEO, Syed Safdar Hussain, was recognized with a prestigious Guest of Honor souvenir for his contributions to advancing Pakistan’s cybersecurity and enterprise technology ecosystem. In his remarks, he described Omnissa as a game-changing addition to Pakistan’s technology landscape, reinforcing S2’s mission of equipping enterprises with cutting-edge global solutions. COO Salman Popatya added that the collaboration is not only about technology deployment but about enabling organizations to become future-ready, drive innovation at scale, and compete globally with enhanced confidence. The summit also featured multiple award recognitions celebrating the achievements of leading Pakistani CIOs and cybersecurity professionals, adding to the prestige of the occasion.
The success of the Omnissa launch was attributed to the dedicated efforts of multiple teams, with special acknowledgment given to Syed Abdul Qadir and Muhammad Umair Nizam, along with their respective teams, who played vital roles in organizing the event. The S2 marketing team, led by Sanah A., also received recognition for its strategic direction in positioning the Omnissa launch as a landmark industry moment. With this official entry, Omnissa and S2 aim to drive a new wave of secure, scalable, and AI-powered enterprise transformation in Pakistan. The partnership is expected to redefine how organizations manage security, mobility, and digital productivity, while strengthening Pakistan’s position as an emerging hub for global enterprise technology.
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