What Gitex does

Gitex is a privately held Egyptian IT services and distribution company founded in 2001, headquartered at the Mariottia Class Tower in the Haram district of Giza. The company operates as a value-added IT reseller and systems integrator, sourcing data servers, storage, automated lighting and sound systems, security and surveillance systems, access control systems, and education-sector IT equipment from leading international manufacturers and delivering them into the Egyptian market through three domestic warehouses. Gitex complements its hardware distribution with a maintenance and managed-support practice covering preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and infrastructure optimization.

A second and strategically central line of business is Importer of Record (IOR) and Exporter of Record (EOR) services, which positions Gitex as a regulatory intermediary for international firms that want to sell into or source from Egypt without establishing a local entity. This line bundles customs clearance, documentation, tax handling, National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) approvals, and other compliance workflows, supported by established relationships with the Ministry of Interior, GOEIC, and Egyptian banks for Bank Form 4 acquisition. Gitex has wrapped these services into structured programs for international principals, including Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA), Local Supply facilitation, Local Tender participation, and an Online Goods Retail channel via Amazon Egypt. In 2023 the company added custom iOS application development using Swift and SwiftUI.

Gitex generates revenue from hardware resale and professional services under a quote-based, multi-year enterprise pricing model. Go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales targeting multinational corporations needing Egyptian market access and mid-market firms seeking tender or e-commerce-channel entry. The company self-reports 20+ years of operating history, 1,000+ completed projects and IOR/EOR transactions, 190+ customers, 150+ IOR/EOR clients, 90+ imported brand lines, and an operational footprint spanning 25+ countries. Leadership is concentrated within the founding Selim family, with Ossama Selim as CEO & Founder and Salah Selim as Executive Director & Partner.

Name

Gitex

Legal name

Gitex

Website

https://gitex-eg.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Gitex is an Egyptian IT services and distribution company founded in 2001 that sells IT hardware, provides Importer/Exporter of Record services for international firms entering Egypt, and offers business programs including RMA, tender participation, and iOS development.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Gizah

HQ country

Egypt

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. IT Products and Hardware Sales: Sale of data servers, storage solutions, security systems, access control systems, and IT infrastructure products from international manufacturers.
2. IOR/EOR Services: Importer of Record and Exporter of Record services providing customs clearance, documentation, tax handling, compliance, and logistics coordination for international companies.
3. IT Maintenance and Support Services: Preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and system optimization services for IT infrastructure.
4. iOS Development Services: Custom iOS application development including planning, design, coding, database integration, and App Store submission.
5. Business Programs (RMA, Local Supply, Tenders): Return Merchandise Authorization programs, local supply facilitation, tender participation support, and online retail integration services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Gitex distributes and integrates IT infrastructure hardware (data servers, storage, security and surveillance systems, access control, lighting and sound automation) sourced from international manufacturers, and provides Importer of Record / Exporter of Record services that enable foreign companies to enter and operate in the Egyptian market without a local entity. The company complements this with iOS application development, IT maintenance services, and business programs (RMA, local supply, local tenders, online retail) for clients across enterprise, mid-market, and education segments.

Product overview

Gitex is an Egyptian IT company established in 2001 offering a diverse portfolio of IT products and services. The core products include Data Servers and Storages, Lights and Sound Automated Solutions, IT Maintenance Services, Security and Surveillance Systems, Access Control Systems, and IT Solutions for Educational Entities—all sourced from leading international manufacturers. These hardware products are complemented by a suite of service offerings including IOR/EOR Solutions (Importer and Exporter of Record services for customs and regulatory compliance in Egypt) and iOS Development Services. Additionally, Gitex provides business programs including RMA Programs, Local Supply Programs, Local Tenders Program, and Online Goods Retail Program that enable international companies to operate in the Egyptian market without establishing physical presence.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Data Servers and Storages Top-quality data servers and storage solutions sourced from leading international manufacturers, providing performance and reliability for business data infrastructure needs of enterprise customers.
• Lights and Sound Automated Solutions State-of-the-art automated solutions for lighting and sound systems, enabling immersive and efficient environments through seamless integration and automation for business venues.
• Security and Surveillance Systems Advanced security solutions utilizing cutting-edge technology for video monitoring, access control, and threat detection to safeguard business assets for enterprise and institutional clients.
• Access Control Systems Cutting-edge access control systems providing comprehensive and intelligent management and monitoring of access points for secure premises of business customers.
• IT Maintenance Services Comprehensive service packages covering preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and system optimization to ensure continuous IT infrastructure operation for enterprise customers.
• IT Solutions for Educational Entities Tailored IT solutions for educational institutions including learning management systems, collaborative tools, and secure networks supporting the modern education landscape for schools and universities.
• Importer of Record (IOR) Services Legal representation services in Egypt facilitating seamless product entry into the Egyptian market, including customs clearance, documentation, tax handling, and regulatory compliance for international companies.
• Exporter of Record (EOR) Services Export compliance services ensuring adherence to export regulations, including legal documentation, customs compliance, export licensing, and logistics coordination for companies exporting from Egypt.
• RMA Programs Return Merchandise Authorization programs streamlining the return process for faulty or damaged products with hassle-free replacements or repairs for international brands selling in Egypt.
• Local Supply Programs Tailored solutions facilitating connections between international companies and their local customer base in Egypt without requiring physical market presence.
• Local Tenders Program Strategic gateway for international companies to participate in procurement opportunities within Egypt and secure project contracts without physical establishment.
• Online Goods Retail Program Market expansion program facilitating entry into the Egyptian consumer market through online retail platforms like Amazon Egypt with optimized product listings.
• iOS Development Services Custom iOS app development services including planning, UI/UX design, Swift/SwiftUI coding, database integration, and App Store submission from concept to launch for businesses targeting the Apple ecosystem.

Quantifiable outcome

• 900+ completed IOR/EOR transactions
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Raya Information Technology: Egypt-listed IT services subsidiary of Raya Holdings providing systems integration, infrastructure, and IT outsourcing to enterprises. Directly comparable on Egyptian enterprise IT services, infrastructure delivery, and maintenance contracts.
• Easylog: Specialised IOR/EOR (Importer/Exporter of Record) services provider covering MENA and other emerging markets, offering customs clearance, tax, and regulatory compliance for international brands. Directly comparable to Gitex's IOR/EOR service line.
• Integrant: Egypt-based software engineering and custom development firm serving North American and EMEA clients. Comparable to Gitex on the custom software / iOS development, systems integration, and professional services dimensions.
• ITWORX: Egypt-headquartered IT services and software solutions firm offering enterprise application development, systems integration, and managed services. Most direct comparable in geography and service mix to Gitex's IT services and iOS development arms.
• BBI Consult: Egyptian IT solutions and services provider offering infrastructure, networking, and security systems. Comparable to Gitex on the IT products, security/access control installation, and maintenance service lines targeting Egyptian enterprises.
• Sirius International Services Egypt: Egypt-based IT systems integrator offering enterprise infrastructure, networking, and managed services. Comparable to Gitex on systems integration, IT products distribution, and enterprise maintenance services within the Egyptian market.

Broad incumbents

• Gulf Business Machines (GBM): Established IBM-partnered IT solutions and services provider across the Gulf and selected MENA markets, offering enterprise infrastructure, security, and managed services. Comparable to Gitex on hardware distribution, IT infrastructure, and security systems business lines at a much larger scale.
• Ejada Systems: MENA-wide IT services and digital transformation firm with strong Egypt presence, offering systems integration, managed services, and consulting. Comparable to Gitex across systems integration and managed services with broader regional footprint.

Regional players

• Mideast Data Systems (MDS): Regional IT distribution and integration specialist focused on GCC and Levant enterprise markets, particularly enterprise hardware and storage. Comparable to Gitex's hardware distribution and integration core, but operating outside Egypt.

Others

• DataMix Services: Egyptian third-party logistics and customs clearance specialist supporting inbound shipments, warehousing, and last-mile delivery. Comparable to Gitex's warehouse, logistics, and customs handling components of its IOR/EOR model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/gitexegypt
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gitex-egypt

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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