Company Profile - Strange Technologies Limited · 3 About Us trange Technologies Limited is an S Information and Communication Technology (ICT) servicing outfit with its head office

Company ProfileAUGUST 2013

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STRANGE LIMITED www.strangenig.com

TECHNOLOGIES

Dear Customer,

Our experience over the last 19 years has been steady growth in an industry that is getting more competitive by the day. Our focus on hard work and integrity has set us apart over these years.

We have risen up to every challenge with a passionate resolve to succeed. With sound technologies behind us, formidable partnerships around us and outstanding team spirit, we continue to work relentlessly to make our customers happy.

Today, we have evolved as one of the best ICT service delivery companies around, waiting for an opportunity to serve you.

We want to be part of your success story. We eagerly look forward to this opportunity.

Thank you,

Yours truly,

Femi Solagbade - ceo

1STRANGE TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED

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Table Of Contents

About Us ...3

Our Team ...4

Our Vision ...5

Our Services ...6

Network Solutions ...8

e-Solutions ...10

Software & Learning Solutions ...11

Maintenance Solutions ...12

Access Control ...14

Our Partners & Affiliates ...15

Our Projects & Experiences ...16

Our Corporate Data ...28

Certificate of Incorporation ...29

STRANGE TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED

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About Us

trange Technologies Limited is an

Information and Communication STechnology (ICT) servicing outfit with

its head office currently based in Abuja, Nigeria.

First incorporated as Strange Concepts Limited

in 1994, we have been providing ICT services in

Nigeria. We have executed various projects in

almost all geographical zones of the country,

including Katsina, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Ekiti,

Bauchi, Nasarawa, Plateau, Enugu, Kano, Niger

and Kaduna states. Through our exposure, we

have gathered vast experiences across various

sectors including government, diplomatic,

educational, construction, banking and

communications amongst others.

As an ICT solution provider, our skills and in-

depth knowledge of the technologies we sell,

takes us beyond just the application, to deliver

the value it brings to our customers. We do not

just make computers work, we believe strongly

in customer satisfaction. Our engineers are

trained to provide first class service delivery

with guaranteed customer satisfaction.

We practice a win-win policy towards our clients

because we believe that their survival guarantees

our survival, and their successes are our

successes too.


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Our Team

ur team consists of first degree holders

i n v a r i o u s f i e l d s w i t h OElectrical/Electronics Engineering

and Computer Science forming the core. Our

collective professional experiences cover the

last 20 years.

Being an operator in the most dynamic industry

in the world, we appreciate the continuous

training and retraining of our engineering

personnel to meet the most current industry

standards. We have as members of our team

today:

! Microsoft Certified Systems Engineers (MCSE);

! Microsoft Certified Professionals (MCP); and

! CISCO Certified Network Engineers (CCNA).

We are also members of the following

professional bodies:

! Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE);

! Nigeria Computer Society (NCS); and

! Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE) respectively.


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Our Vision

We have a vision of expanding our services across all strata of our corporate society, providing the same or better quality of service that has earned us our reputation

over the years.


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Our Services

ur range of ICT services are delivered

in three phases. These phases of our Oservice delivery are designed to help

us understand our clients and their peculiar

problems, then find the most appropriate

solution to the identified problems.

Our experience will help you to make the right

ICT investments and maximize the returns on

such investment while working within your

budget. We provide customized solutions taking

into consideration each client’s unique

requirement and budget.

Phase I:

We Listen To You Understanding your needs is

the first step towards meeting them. At Strange

Concepts, we treat each project as a case study,

taking our time to listen to your peculiar needs

and understand your goals. This allows us to

proffer a solution that's just right for you.

Phase II:

We Plan With You - Once we know what your

needs are, we set out to design a solution that best

suites you. We have a solution for your ICT

needs, from equipment procurement to

application; you will find our advice invaluable.


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Our Services

Our solutions are always flexible with multiple

options to choose from, specially tailored for

you. Whatever the choice you make, we'll find a

plan that suites your budget.

Phase III:

We Deliver Solutions Providing solutions that

work is our hallmark. In the implementation of

our solutions, we ensure the highest standards

available in the industry. We have a total

commitment towards the implementation of our

projects and we carry you along, updating you

through the whole process.


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Network Solutions

etworked environments are common

place in many organizations today. NThis greatly enhanced the ease with

which people share information and other

resources. Over the years, we have been exposed

to various projects that have helped us to build

the competence to deliver on task management,

network security, disaster recovery, internet

connectivity and a lot more.

Infrastructure Development: this involves the

design and implementation of structured cabling

methods, using both copper and optical cables

for voice and data networks in the

implementation of Local Area Networks (LAN),

Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN) and Wide

Area Networks (WAN).

Wireless Networks: wireless networks bring

more flexibility to the modern office, often

maximizing workspace for higher productivity.

We can deploy various wireless technologies for

point to point & point to multipoint connectivity.

Networks Security: with the exposure of

private networks to the internet, security has

become a major concern for many organizations.

We implement a defense system that will protect

your networks from intruders from both within


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and without. Our defense systems are being

continuously upgraded to meet today's network

security challenges.

Server Installation and Configuration: we

have deployed various servers on windows and

linux platforms as application servers, domain

controllers, email servers, firewalls, etc., for our

clients. We have good competence in these areas.

Disaster Recovery Plan: disaster can strike at

any time; the motto is to be prepared. Our

disaster recovery plan helps to prepare you

ahead guarantying you minimum downtime and

protection of your valuable data.

Remote Access: we can help you explore ways

of working remotely from anywhere outside

your office via a secured connection to your

office LAN.

Internet Access: we deploy technologies that

distribute internet securely over your LAN.

Network Solutions


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e-Solutions

ebsite design: internet is fast

becoming an integral part of Wc o m p u t e r s t o d a y . T h e

introduction of computers in many businesses

has greatly improved their efficiencies. To

compliment things further, internet provides a

window for your businesses to the world.

Having and maintaining a website expands your

e-Business opportunities optimizing your

market and giving you the edge you require.

Outsourced Website & Email management:

for many organizations today, email responses to

customer enquiries, website updating and other

related administration issues are a nightmare.

We offer a totally outsourced solution package

that takes care of all your email and website

concerns keeping them functional, up-to-date

and responsive to your customer requests.


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Consulting & Learning Solutions

n collaboration with our technical partners,

we provide a wide range of information Itechnology based research, development

and training solutions on request.

! Development of Customized Software packages,

Training & Support;

! Adaptation of Commercial software packages,

Training & Support;

! Corporate Training on Network Technologies &

Administration.

!Information Technology based workshops and

seminars


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Maintenance Solutions

elp Desk Support: Our helpdesk

services are designed to give you Hpersonal attention without making a

visit to your site. All our helpdesk services are

FREE and available to everyone. You can take

advantage of this service to solve or get expert

opinion on all your PC problems, get quotes for

computer or telecom equipment and accessories.

Our helpdesk telephone support line is open

from 8am to 5pm from Mondays to Fridays. Our

email support is open 24 hours on these days.

On-Site Support: Some problems require that

we make a visit to your site to solve. This is the

kind support we call On-site support, and it

attracts a fee. This fee is a flat rate, referred to as

service charge. This fee does not include the cost

of any replaced components on your equipment.

Outsourced Support: High capital investment

on ICT, insignificant improvement in

productivity is a common place in many

organizations today. This is mostly due to loss of

focus by many organizations on their core

businesses as a result of the demands of

managing an effective and efficient ICT

department.


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Our outsourced services are flexible, cost

effective and are designed to guarantee

maximum return on IT investment for our clients

through efficient Infrastructure Management,

Performance & Capacity Planning, Audit and

Systems Integration Services.

Our outsourced support covers areas such as

routine preventive and corrective maintenance

on computer systems, Network Administration

and Management. This support service is offered

through a Service Level Agreement (SLA)

renewable annually.

Maintenance Solutions


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Access Control

ecurity has become a major concern in

parts of the world today, with Sgovernments and organizations seeking

ways of improving access control around their

buildings and installations.

Working with an award wining product like

ACTAtek, and a wide range of accessories (card

readers, relay module, smart cards, wireless

adaptor, network camera, power over ethernet,

barcode scanners, UPS, etc.) that ACTAtek

supports, we are capable of deploying a more

complete solution for any access control or time

attendance concern.

ACTAtek is a 24/7 security management

solution developed for various scenarios from

residential to remote offices to multi-location

offices - locally or worldwide. ACTAtek

provides you with the ability to control,

configure and administer your time clocks with

any standard web browser over the corporate

network or through the Internet. Moreover,

communication between the system and the web

is extensively encrypted to provide a 128-bit

security encryption to users.


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Our Partners & Affiliates

n order to continue to deliver cutting edge

technologies, we have strategically Iconnected our selves with industry leaders

and solutions providers in the form of

partnerships and affiliations. Some of them

include:

Talk UK Ltd, UK:

Technical Partners.

Hectrix Ltd, Hong Kong:

Representatives of ACTAtek Access Control

systems.


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Our Projects & Experience

aving worked with construction

companies having sites located in Hremote areas with very rough terrain,

our technical competence, ability to deliver and

resilience have been tested times over with

outstanding results.

FEDERAL INLAND REVENUE SERVICE

(FIRS)

15 Sokode Street, wuse zone 5 Abuja.

[2012-2013]

We were contracted to deploy LAN

infrastructure to Katsina, Zamfara and Birnin

Kebbi prototype Integrated Tax Offices (ITO).

Our deliverables include the following:

1. Supply of 27 no. Cisco 2951 switches and 3

no. 3560 routers.

2. Supply and installation of 3no. 10KVA online

UPSs

3. Supply and installation of 3no. 15KVA servo

stabilizers

4. Supply and installation of Transtector power

and Ethernet protectors

5. Supply and deployment of 200 node CAT6

structured cabling in each of the 3 ITOs

terminated on 42U HP racks


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FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HEALTH

Federal Secretariat, Phase III, Abuja.

[1999-2012]

Under the Health Systems Development Project

(World Bank assisted project), we were

appointed as consultant for the review of mobile

phone data collection systems in Nigeria. Our

terms of reference include the following:

1. Compile a comprehensive list of all initiatives

using mobile phones to collect health

information in Nigeria

2. Conduct actual in-depth review of six of them

in the following areas:

a. Versatility: what it can actually do

b. Robustness: ability to collect, store, collate

and analyze data

c. Integrity: ability to protect data within its

system

3. Produce a draft report from the reviews

making recommendations to the Federal

Ministry of Health, highlighting the

opportunities, challenges and comparative

advantage of each.

4. Conduct a dissemination seminar with the

ministry and other stake holders on the findings

of the review.

5. Submit a final report incorporating the inputs

from other stake holders at the seminar.

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Under the Health Systems Development Project

(World Bank assisted project), we supplied of

computer equipment and accessories for all

project offices in the 36 states of the federation.

We also developed the official web-portal for the

ministry with content management, search and

newsletter facilities.

Motorways, 7up, Ikeja Lagos

[2007]

As consultants to TNM Limited (world bank

consultants to LAMATA), we installed and

supported VSAT (C-band), structured cabling,

windows network and data backup system.

Panama Street, Minister’s hill, Abuja

[2006]

We provided structured cabling for voice & data

networks. Installation of wireless hotspot,

internet and intercom system.

Chevron Drive, Lekki, Lagos

[2006]

We provided Access control training for

enterprise building integrator managers (CCTV,

Entrance Control & Access Control).

L A G O S M E T R O P O L I TA N A R E A

TRANSPORT AUTHORITY (LAMATA)

AERONAUTICS VENTURES NIGERIA

LIMITED

CHEVRON NIGERIA LIMITED

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FEDERAL MINISTRY OF FINANCE

BUILDING, ABUJA

SCC NIGERIA LIMITED

Central Area, Abuja

[2006]

As sub-contractors to CPN, we executed a 700

node CAT6 structured cabling contract for data

network with Multi-mode fibre backbone

linking all the floors in the building.

SCC PLAZA, Jabi Abuja

[1997 to 2006]

Provided structured cabling for voice & data

networks and also deployed several networks

including a server based network for their

corporate head office, SCC Plaza, SCC Pipe

Manufacturing Factory in Ushafa, Abuja and

many other sites. We also supplied all the

computers systems and peripherals.

We supported their huge IT requirements

through a service level agreement (SLA)

covering all computers and infrastructure in

Abuja and Lagos offices and sites, numbering

over 200 systems with associated peripherals.

We supplied computer systems, hardware,

software and accessories, also provided

Consultancy, Networking and support services

to sites and offices in Abuja, Ekiti, Ondo, Niger,

Katsina, Nasarawa, Cross River, Delta, Rivers

and Lagos states.

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We also designed and installed an automated

data backup system and disaster recovery plan in

the head office.

Usuma Str., Maitama, Abuja

[2002 to 2006]

We designed, deployed and supported data and

voice networks on several sites, offices and guest

houses in Abuja, Azare and Abeokuta (Owiwi

dam).

We maintained a service level agreement (SLA)

covering all their computers systems and

associated peripherals in Abuja and supplied

computer systems, hardware and accessories,

during the same period.

Also implementation and maintenance of

wireless Wide Area Network (WAN) link

covering about 20km radius linking, head office,

sites, yard, and guest houses within Abuja.

Dantata Est., Area 11 Garki Abuja

[2000 - 2006]

We supplied computer systems and peripherals,

also provided Networking and support services

for the head office and project offices in Abuja.

We maintained a service level agreement (SLA)

covering all their computer systems during the

same period.

GILMOR ENGINEERING (NIG.) LTD

TAHAL CONSULTANTS (WEST AFRICA)

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GUARANTY TRUST BANK

EMBASSY OF PORTUGAL

ABA DATA NIG. LTD

[2004 - 2009]

We expanded the existing network and installed

Automated Teller Machines (ATM) points for

the branches in Jos, Minna, Okene, Lokoja and

Abuja (Area 11, Wuse 2 & CAC head qtrs).

Gana Street, Maitama, Abuja

[2003 - 2004]

We supplied HP desktop and laptop computers,

printers and other accessories.

99, Oyo Str., Area 10, Garki Abuja

[1997 - Date]

As consultant to ABA DATA, we worked on

various projects including:

Directorate of National Civic Registration

(DNCR) : Organized, coordinated and

supervised the Training of Data Entry operators

in the North west zone comprising of Kano,

Kebbi, Jigawa, Katsina, Kaduna, Zamfara and

Sokoto states. The training took place at Bayero

University, Kano.

Petroleum (Special) Trust Fund: Enhancing

Data Processing Capacity for the West African

Examinations Council (WAEC). The scope of

work involved:

!Design of eleven Local Area Networks

distributed nationwide.

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!Design of the Wide Area Network to link all

the sites.

!Specify the Computer Hardware and

Software required for the job.

!Construct and produce the Legal Framework

necessary for the processing of the tender for

all the bid lots, which were more than twenty-

four.

!Supervise the Procurement tender as well as

the supply and installation of all hardware

and software.

!Conduct installation tests for all sites.

!Establish a Computer Training Center for

WAEC head office in Lagos.

Lafia, Nasarawa state

[1998-1999]

Lafia Hotels:

We Supplied and installed 8 lines + 120

extensions Panasonic intercom system.

Nasarawa State Secretariat Complex:



Nasarawa State Specialist Hospital Complex:



NASARAWA STATE GOVERNMENT

ROLL-BACK MALARIA CONFERENCE

ISRAELI EMBASSY

DOLMAN NETWORKS

CORONA SCHOOLS' TRUST COUNCIL

(International conference hosted by Nigeria &

WHO in Abuja)

[2000]

We provided Information Technology (IT)

support for the Roll-Back-Malaria Conference

secretariat at NICON Hilton Hotel, Abuja

through out the conference.

Asokoro, Abuja

[2003]

We supplied computer hardware and accessories

to their embassy in Abuja.

Lobito Crescent, Wuse II, Abuja

[2004]

We supplied of 40 computer systems for

cybercafé and training centre.

21, Norman Williams street, Ikoyi S.W. Lagos

[1995 - 1997]

We setup functional multimedia computer

centers on five Corona Schools' campuses in

Gbagada, Apapa, Victoria Island, Ikoyi and

Agbara respectively. We supplied accessories

and provided systems support services during

this period.

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We also organized short user training courses

and the first Workshop on Computer Operation

and Computer Education respectively.

[2008 - 2009]

We supplied and installed Actatek access control

terminals in their head office.

FOREVER LIVING PRODUCTS

Aromire Ikeja, Lagos

ADEYEMI COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Ondo [2008 - 2009]

Deployment of Campus wide wireless network.

Scope work includes:

?Installation of 5no. 120 feet communication

mast with 800VA power inverters for backup

?Installation and configuration of 15no

outdoor enterprise grade Access points

?Installation and configuration of microtik

router for bandwith management, user

authentication, firewall and internet usage

policy enforcement

?Installation of 2.5KVA power inverter

backup for ICT centre

?Installation of 2.4m C-band Vsat

?Installation and configuration of HP G380

server as database/domain controller

?Supply of 10no. desktop computers

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ECONOMIC COMMUNITY OF WEST

AFRICAN STATES - ECOWAS

EDUCATION TRUST FUND - ETF

[2008]

[2008 – 2010]

Design of VoIP/Video conferencing network

integrating 6 west African states Nigeria, Benin,

Togo, Gambia, Burkina Faso, Liberia) involving

the site survey, design, equipment specification,

conference room acoustics and lighting

specification, vsat network specification.

Project consultants to ETF on Local Area

Network improvement and optimization in the

head office. Scope of work include:

? Specification of hardware for domain

controller

? Restructuring, installation, and optimization

of domain controller

? Production of bid/technical guidelines for

prospective bidders

? Technical and financial appraisal of tenders

? Supervision of contractor during

implementation

? Certification and confirmation of

completion of work

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EDUCATION TRUST FUND - ETF

Project managers/consultant to ETF on the

Intel Technology Enabled Learning Project.

Scope of work include:

?Draw up a monitoring and evaluation plan

in line with the implementation schedule as

may be provided by the project

Implementers.

?Assess implementation stages to ascertain

workability and timely execution.

?Assess all deliverables in terms of cost

effectiveness, quality and durability; and

advise state governments without bias.

?Ensure equipment meet desired standards.

Verify quantity, functional status and

Hardware/Software specifications.

?Assess the criteria for school selection and

advice state government appropriately

?Inspect selected schools to ensure they

meet the desired standard

?Assess teachers/students training in

selected schools

?Conduct Impact assessment of the program

by collecting appropriate data for analysis

?Certify quality and quantity of jobs done

before payments can be made

?Offer useful and timely advice on how the

client's project funds can be adequately

managed

?Provide a bi-weekly report of all relevant

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Our Corporate Data

Head Office:3, Conakry Street, Globallinks Suite,

Wuse Zone 3, Abuja,FCT, Nigeria.

Postal Address:P.O.Box 6047 Garki-Abuja,

ZIP - 900001,FCT, Nigeria

Branch Office:816, Rev Adubifa Street,

Omole Phase 2,GRA, Ojodu

Lagos, Nigeria.

Telephone:0805-7827876, 0809-0874676

09-6708294, 09-7802120

Website:www.strangenig.com

e-mail:[email protected]

Bankers:First Bank Plc

CAC Registration No:Rc908082

Tax Identification Number(TIN):00553928-0001


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