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COMPANY PROFILE
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<p align="center">SILVER SHADOW TECHNOLOGIES (U) LTD<br />
  PLOT 21, SSEMPALA RD, NAMANVE<br />
  P.O BOX 760<br />
  KAMPALA, UGANDA<strong><br clear="all" />
    Background Information</strong> </p>
<p>Silver Shadow Technologies is an ICT support and consultancy  firm that provides Information and Communication Technology services to both  private and public sectors, financial institutions, NGO’s, Office bureaus among  others at competitive rates.</p>
<p><strong>Our Mission</strong></p>
<p>To consistently create value for our stakeholders, by  providing solutions which enable our clients to achieve excellence and a  sustainable competitive edge.</p>
<p><strong>Our Core Values</strong></p>
<p><strong>Innovation</strong></p>
<p>Flexibility is the key to our offerings, and intrinsic to  this flexibility, is the spirit of innovation that we bring to our products and  services from the stage of design to implementation and customer support.</p>
<p><strong>Insight</strong></p>
<p>At Silver Shadow, we have always prided ourselves on the  vision, skills, expertise and professionalism of our team. Our team members  make use of their keen insight to foresee industry trends and meet demanding  customer needs. And the working of their collective minds in a highly  supportive environment ensures that our products and services retain a  competitive edge at all times.</p>
<p><strong>Integrity</strong></p>
<p>At Silver Shadow Technologies, we look at the core values of  integrity at the very soul of our company. This is reflected in our trusted  relationship that we share with our customers and business partners and the  faith reposed in us by our trusted stakeholders.</p>
<p><strong>Our Quality Policy</strong></p>
<p>Silver Shadow strives to provide services to its customers  with continuous improvement, pro-active approach, courtesy, timely response and  accuracy with a goal of achieving total customer satisfaction.</p>
<p><strong>Bankers</strong></p>
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  <li>Equity Bank</li>
  <li>Barclays Bank</li>
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<p><strong>Board Members</strong></p>
<p>Silver Shadow Technologies comprises of three key board  members and these are:</p>
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  <li><strong>Moses  Tumwesigye – Managing Director</strong></li>
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<p>Has a vast wealth of experience and has previously held  senior I.T positions in some of the top corporations in the country and these  include;</p>
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  <li>I.T Manager – A.I.G Uganda currently known as  Chartis</li>
  <li>I.T Manager – Maersk Uganda</li>
  <li>I.T Team Leader – DFCU Bank</li>
  <li>Systems administrator - Standard Chartered Bank </li>
  <li>Supervisor I.T Department - Bank of Baroda </li>
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<p>Moses Tumwesigye holds a Bachelors Degree in Library and  Information Science from Makerere   University, and various certifications  in the ICT discipline which include;</p>
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  <li>Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE  Certification)</li>
  <li>S.C.O UNIX 5.0 Unix Administration</li>
  <li>Novell Netware 3.11 and Hardware support skills</li>
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<p>He has successfully implemented key projects at some of his  previous places of work and these include.</p>
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  <li>DFCU Bank branch role out at Makerere University</li>
  <li>February 2004 to July 2004 worked with a  consultant to design and install insurance package UGIS that handles  underwriting and claims information, and also designed the accounts receivable  module.</li>
  <li>March 2002 to April 2002 participated in the  installation of a 64k leased line recently upgraded to a 128k in setting up of  a VPN at Standard Chartered Bank.</li>
  <li>January 1998 to October 1998 participated in  data conversion of non compliant software “Bank Master” to Y2K compliant Bank  of Baroda (U) Ltd.</li>
  <li>In 2001 participated in ATM Hawk Upgrade and  installation of new ATM’s at Standard Chartered Bank.</li>
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  <li><strong>Kenneth K.  Mwandara – Business Development Manager</strong></li>
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<p>Kenneth Mwandara has worked in the I.T field for some time  and has previously held the following positions.</p>
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  <li>Systems Administrator – Panorama Technical  Service</li>
  <li>I.T Manager – Phenix Logistics</li>
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<p>He holds a bachelors degree in Information Technology from Makerere University and has previously done a  number of certifications which include </p>
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  <li>Oracle Database Administration 10G</li>
  <li> Cisco  Certified Network Administration </li>
  <li> VB.Net  2005</li>
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<p>He has carried out successful I.T Projects at his previous  places of work which include among others;</p>
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  <li>Successful implementation of the Enterprise  Resource Planning System (ERP) at Phenix Logistics a project that took one and  a half years to be completed. The ERP system was composed of eight modules and  these include Sales and Marketing, Finance, Human Resource, Production, Systems  Administration, Production Planning, Purchase and Inventory.</li>
  <li>Implementation of a wireless local area network  at Panorama Technical Services</li>
  <li>Implementation of internet access through a  128kbs leased line and later upgraded to 256 kbps through UTL at panorama  Technical Services.</li>
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  <li><strong>Daniel  Kaheru – Operations Manager</strong></li>
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<p>Daniel Kaheru holds a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science  from the University   of Cape Town, South Africa.  His areas of specialization include:</p>
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  <li>Programming: Java, C++, MATLAB, Assembler level  programming with SPIM</li>
  <li>Web Programming: XML and HTML</li>
  <li>Databases: Design and Development with SQL  applications</li>
  <li>Proficiency in windows and Linux operating  systems</li>
  <li>Computer Networks</li>
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<p>Daniel has done a number of certifications in the I.T  discipline and these include;</p>
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  <li>Microsoft Certified Professional</li>
  <li>Microsoft Certified Systems Administration</li>
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<p>Daniel has previously worked in the I.T departments of some  of the most reputable organizations in the country and these include Celtel  currently known as Airtel and Uganda Telecom.<br />
  We strongly believe that Daniel brings on board the experience  that is needed to drive results in any challenging environment.</p>
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<p><strong>Business Area</strong></p>
<p><strong>1</strong>. <strong>Sales and Marketing of I.T  Products</strong> </p>
<p>We stock a  variety of computers and computer accessories and these include:</p>
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    <li>Desktops, Workstations and laptops</li>
    <li>Printers – Inkjet, LaserJet and Dot Matrix</li>
    <li>Power Products – UPS, Stabilizers and Inverters</li>
    <li>Scanners</li>
    <li>Copiers and Fax Machines</li>
    <li>Networking Products – Switches, Cards and Trunkings</li>
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    <strong>2. Repairs and Maintenance</strong></p>
<p>Over the years, our experience and  expertise in handling ICT facilities has positioned us as a referral center for  ICT solutions</p>
<p>Inline with the changing dynamics  in the ICT world, our team through continuous research on these innovations  offers the relevant solutions to our clients.</p>
<p>We specialize in repair and  servicing of desktop computers, laptops, printers and photocopiers</p>
<p><strong>3. Network Solutions</strong></p>
<p>Computer networks facilitate  sharing of information and resources amongst computers. We take care of such  technologies by offering the service of designing, installation, configuration  and maintenance of any computer network according your environment.</p>
<p>Our team is made up of network  engineers with experience in designing, installing, configuring and maintaining  any computer modem both cabled and wireless.<br />
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  <strong>4. Web Solutions</strong></p>
<p>Are you in need of a website that  is search engine friendly, 30 seconds average download time then don’t hesitate  to consult our team of experienced web developers.</p>
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    <li>Website        Designing and Maintenance</li>
    <li>Website        Hosting</li>
    <li>Email        server management</li>
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<p><strong>5. Software solutions and services</strong></p>
<p>Based on our experience and  expertise in ICT applications we support various software on the market that  range from Database Applications, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)  application to Anti-Virus software.</p>
<p>We also do offer database  consultancy services (T-SQL and Oracle Platforms) and security solutions to our  clients on a day to day basis depending on the client demands.</p>
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<p><strong>      6. Telemedicine</strong></p>
<p>Telemedicine is the application of  electronics and telecommunication technology for medical information exchange  form one site to another.</p>
<p>Due to our desire to stay on top of  the market in respect to technology trends we have partnered with companies in  Europe to supply PC-Based Ultra Sound Scanners in East and Central   Africa. This technology is the first of its kind in the region.</p>
<p><strong>The figure below shows an example of a PC – Based Ultra Sound Scanner</strong></p>
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<p>In the figure above you will notice that the transducer  probe is attached to the laptop in this way the echo blaster image will be  displayed on the laptop.</p>
<p>Echo blaster is new line in the family of beam formers which  can be connected to any modern personal computer via USB 2.0 interface.</p>
<p><strong>Advantages of the  Echo Blaster Technology include</strong></p>
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  <li>Extended       measurement package includes cardiology, urology, Ob/Gyn and special       veterinary calculation.</li>
  <li>Movie       clips as long as 2 minutes can be recorded and stored in the files</li>
  <li>New       wide bandwidth transducers for any application</li>
  <li>Speckle       reduction structure improvement pure view</li>
  <li>Possibility       to work with 3D view and Pano view plug-in modules adds new diagnostic       view</li>
  <li>Ready-To-Telemedicine       concept allow remote diagnostic</li>
  <li>Multi-line       technology for scanning without “black dots” artifacts provides noticeable       improvement of image quality</li>
  <li>The       price is attractive as well</li>
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<p><strong>Ultra Sound Imaging</strong></p>
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  <li>Ultra sound image size automatically adjustable to  screen resolution</li>
  <li>Gray scale: 256</li>
  <li>Full motion and full size real-time ultra sound  imaging, up to 120 fps (depends on selected scan depth, scan angle, focus mode,  high line density setting, computer speed)</li>
  <li>Cineloop recording/play: several thousands frames  (depends on computer memory, size and scan mode)</li>
  <li>Zoom mode: from 60%-600% in all modes (scan, freeze,  B, B+B, 4B, M-Zoom, cineloop etc)</li>
  <li>Viewing area variable from frame rate  maximizing: 6 steps</li>
  <li>Thumbnail mode: up to 32 images</li>
  <li>“FREEZE” mode </li>
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<p>The echo blaster technology is the first of its kind in the  East Africa region and it has been awarded the frost and Sullivan award for  innovations that have had a great impact on lives in Europe.</p>
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<p><strong>7. E-learning</strong></p>
<p>The teacher in the 21st century faces a challenge  of having to update their knowledge in order to make appropriate use of  Information and Communication Technology (ICT).</p>
<p>At Silver Shadow Technologies we are committed to bridging  the digital divide that exist between the low developed countries and the more  developed countries, this has motivated us to invest in research on how best  e-learning can suitably fit in the Uganda education curriculum.</p>
<p><strong>Types of E-learning</strong></p>
<p>E-learning comes in many variations and often a combination  of the following</p>
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  <li>Purely       Online -  no face to face meetings</li>
  <li>Blended       learning – Combination of online and face to face</li>
  <li>Instructor       led group</li>
  <li>Self       study with subject matter expert</li>
  <li>Web       based</li>
  <li>Computer       based (CD-ROM)</li>
  <li>Video/audio       tape</li>
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<p><strong>E-learning has  enormous benefits and these include:</strong></p>
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  <li>Courses       are available on your own schedule</li>
  <li>Online       learning does not require physical attendance</li>
  <li>Read       materials online or download them for reading later</li>
  <li>Choose       from a wide range of courses to meet your needs</li>
  <li>Skip       over material you already know</li>
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<p>We have partnered with Kificom computers an I.T firm that  has registered remarkable success in Kenya with over 300 educational  institutes on board with regards to e-learning.<br />
  The government of Uganda intends to equip every  school age going child with an XO laptop by the year 2015 this initiative was  launched in March 2010. The government intends to work collaboratively with One  Laptop Per Child (OLPC) on this project this clearly shows the government  willingness to try out new technologies on the market as well as advancing the  E-learning agenda.</p>
<p><strong>8. Management  Information Systems</strong></p>
<p>Technological advancements have facilitated economic growth  in all sectors of the economy. Consequently, businesses have realized the need  to re-engineer/improve their business processes to focus on fast, efficient and  effective service delivery while minimizing total cost of operations.</p>
<p>We are currently deploying an Online Schools Management  Information System in schools in the country.<br />
  Online School Management Information System (SMIS) is a web based  information system developed for schools to assist the school management in  their day to day activities.</p>
<p>With increased ICT awareness, increases bandwidth and  internet access methods, our research has proven that the online strategy is  more cost effective and manageable in the long run with a myriad of advantages  such as online transactions, automated centralized backups, remote working and  free unlimited upgrades as well as free remote online technical support among  others.</p>
<p>The goal is to promote an end to end school management  information system that leverages on emerging, secure, affordable, sustainable  and reliable technologies at the same time grow the Mobile Fund Transfer  product penetration to help schools optimize and minimize operational and  managerial cost hence reducing vulnerabilities due to human or natural hazards e.g.  theft, fire, riots and strikes among others.</p>
<p>SMIS has several modules which provide one common interface  for the management of a school. These modules are cohesively implemented to  provide a one stop solution for managing academic institutions.</p>
<p><strong>These modules  include:</strong></p>
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  <li>Students       and Guardians Records</li>
  <li>Classes/Streams</li>
  <li>Sessions/Terms</li>
  <li>Registers</li>
  <li>Fees</li>
  <li>Online       Transaction engines</li>
  <li>Examinations</li>
  <li>Accommodations</li>
  <li>Clubs       and Societies</li>
  <li>Subjects       and Subject Allocations</li>
  <li>Staff       members</li>
  <li>Integrated       System security and Audit trails</li>
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<p><strong>Clients</strong></p>
<p>Our clients range from academic  institutes, NGO’s, financial institutions to mention but a few.</p>
<p>Some of our clients include</p>
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  <li>Rutel       Communication</li>
  <li>Capricorn       Agencies</li>
  <li>Terrain       Consult</li>
  <li>Mother Majeri Primary School</li>
  <li>Sun       Financial Services</li>
  <li>Phenix       Logistics</li>
  <li>Cell+       Solutions</li>
  <li>Amber       Technologies</li>
  <li>Roseve Primary School</li>
  <li>Mega       Enterprises</li>
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<p><strong>Projects Undertaken</strong></p>
<p>Some of the successful ICT project  Silver Shadow Technologies has carried out include:</p>
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  <li>Implementation of the Online School Management       Information System at Roseve        Primary School in       Kapsabet. The SMIS system integrates all fundamental functions of Roseve       Primary School like the payroll, student reports, fee collection,       Examinations, and students profiles among others to an online environment       where they can easily be accesses any where at any time. This Online SMIS       system is a secure platform with high security features like Audit trails       and password encryption in this way no intruder can gain access to the       system without permission from the systems administrator.<strong><u></u></strong></li>
  <li>Implementation of E-learning at Little lambs primary       schools, Bridges primary school and more pilot schemes in other primary       schools after the acquisition of the Msingi Pack from the Kenya Institute       of Education (K.I.E).We are equipping teachers with computing fundamentals       that necessitate a teacher having computer knowledge so as to conduct       lessons using computing gadgets. This initiative has led us into availing       schools with digital content, educative animations, informative power       point slides and the Msingi Pack.<strong><u></u></strong></li>
  <li>Deployment of a telemedicine facility at Hoima       Islamic Hospital after equipping them with a PC-Based Echo Blaster Ultra       sound scanner. Medical Information from this facility like scans can       easily be shared online, this has enabled medical information exchange       from the Hospital with its partner hospitals. This service enables medical       specialists to share information and access a wide range of specialist       services without necessitating physical presence of a physician.<strong><u></u></strong></li>
  <li>Setting up       of the company intranet at Sun Financial services. This project involved       setting up a Local Area Network (LAN) and integrating the company’s       financial systems to ensure that they are accessible from all access pots       at the company premises.<strong><u></u></strong></li>
  <li>Manage IT System Backups and Business continuity       plans for DFCU Bank. Ensure there documented procedures for routine       administration tasks e.g. End of Day/Month checklist, Disaster recovery       plans, Systems recovery and support</li>
  <li>Manage data, voice and power networks       infrastructure (Routers, Switches, Cabling, PBX, UPS etc.) and all network       identities and addresses       according to correct standards and procedures for Bank of Baroda.<strong><u></u></strong></li>
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<p><strong>Conclusion</strong><br />
  It is important to note that in  addition to the above mentioned projects we carry out day top day IT services  like hardware maintenance and repairs, software installations, automated system  back ups, disaster recovery, systems security.<br />
  We are a fully fledged I.T  solutions provider with a fast growing customer base.<br />
  We posses a strong asset and  financial base that can fully facilitate and enable us to undertake any I.T  venture that we might find viable and worthy of our contribution.<br />
  We see ourselves as the leading I.T  solutions provider in the East African region within the next 15 years. With  the formation of the East African Community we expect to open offices in Nairobi early next year  and Dar-Es-Salaam will follow there after<br />
  We look forward to forming a  mutually rewarding relationship with you.</p>
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