AI Magazine Issue 11 2018

24 Acquisition International - Issue 11 2018 TAKELEAP is a futuristic technology company specialising in artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). Recently, we caught up with the firm’s Founder & Managing Director, Salman Yusuf who provided us with a detailed insight into the remarkable success TAKELEAP have had over the years. stablished in 2013, TAKELEAP is a futuristic technology company who is dedicated to creating sensational experiences and enabling brands to enhance customer engagement in unique ways. Since their inception, the company has been proud to have worked with some of the world’s most iconic brands and companies such as MasterCard, Ikea, Samsung to name a few, in delivering ground- breaking experiences on a global scale. Salman begins by explaining the areas the company specialises in. “With innovation in our DNA, there is no the limit. We constantly pursue change and continue diversifying in this ever-changing landscape. If there is a new technology out there, we promise to be able to deliver it. Our core competency lies delivering business centric futuristic experiences. While discussing the role of TAKELEAP team in the success of the company, Salman highlights that Contact: Salman Yusuf - Founder & Managing Director Company: TAKELEAP Website: www.takeleap.com Innovation is in their DNA E Oct18615 every individual has contributed in the creation of the strong brand name. “TAKELEAP’s brand name is only a reflection of our team. Every TAKELEAP family member is at most importance in each project from the pitch point to the after-delivery stages. Our team is the strongest pillar behind all our achievements.” Currently in the technology industry, one of the biggest continuing challenges is the hardware limitations. Despite hardware being advanced every month, the commercialised products are still not fully satisfactory level. This might be the smart AR glasses or wireless VR glasses or even robotics. However, TAKELEAP knows, as the expectations grow, the technology will continue to develop. Most of all, this supply-demand ratio will keep the innovation moving forward. Looking ahead to what the future holds for the company, Salman signs off by revealing what the future holds for TAKELEAP, especially following their recent success as the Most Outstanding for Innovative Futuristic Technology 2018 - Middle East in Acquisition Intl.’s 2018 Global Excellence Awards. “2019 will be all about the Expo 2020 technologies. We are very blessed to have the opportunity to serve the countries attending with our expertise and local reach. Also, TAKELEAP is yet to announce its first European office very soon!” “TAKELEAP’s brand name is only a reflection of our team. Every TAKELEAP family member is at most importance in each project from the pitch point to the after-delivery stages.”