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Exciting Updates: AI Events, Job Openings & Pricing Adjustments!

Datasur Newsletter April 3, 2025

Microsoft 365 Price Changes – April 1, 2025!

As part of our ongoing support for your Microsoft business, we would like to inform you about an important pricing change for various Microsoft subscriptions and products, which will take effect starting April 1, 2025.

Microsoft Pricing Announcement:
Beginning on April 1, 2025, all new and renewing monthly billing plans for annual subscriptions will see a 5% price increase compared to the annual billing option. If you are on a monthly billing plan, you will have the opportunity to switch to an annual prepaid/annual billing plan at your next yearly renewal date. This means you can avoid the price increase by changing your billing plan when your 12-month subscription renews.
We hope this gives you ample time to review the changes and make any necessary adjustments to your subscriptions.

For more detailed information or if you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to us via [email protected]. We’re here to help you navigate these updates.

Thank you for your continued trust and collaboration.

2 Vacancies, 1 Mission — Join Datasur!

At Datasur, we go beyond data—we connect people, drive innovation, and create opportunities. As we continue shaping Suriname’s digital future, we’re looking for two dynamic professionals to join our team!

We’re hiring:
🔹 ICT Project Officer – Are you passionate about driving digital transformation? In this role, you’ll manage and support ICT projects that enhance our services and infrastructure.
🔹 General Affairs Officer – Do you have strong organizational skills and a talent for keeping operations running smoothly? This position ensures efficiency across various departments and supports company-wide initiatives.

At Datasur, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to excellence in ICT solutions. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute to Suriname’s digital landscape.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of the journey!

APPLY TODAY!

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  • Easy collaboration – Share documents instantly with your team, eliminating version control issues.
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  • Scalable storage – Need more space? MyBox grows with your business.

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Masterclass: AI in practice – Your start to AI readiness!

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries, workflows, and the way we approach problem-solving. But you don’t need to be a programmer to benefit from AI! This masterclass is designed for professionals, students, and anyone curious about using AI in their daily work—ethically and effectively.

Join us for an engaging session where we’ll explore how AI can enhance productivity, streamline processes, and open new opportunities, all without requiring advanced technical skills.

Masterclass: AI in Practice

Date: April 10, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Stichting Polytechnic College Suriname (PTC)

What You’ll Learn:

  • In this masterclass, you will learn more about:
  • Writing effective prompts: make ChatGPT and Perplexity AI work for you.
  • Training your AI without needing programming or coding skills.
  • Using AI ethically and responsibly in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • Which AI tools to use for different purposes.
  • How AI can support you in your work or studies.

Whether you’re looking to boost your career, optimize your business operations, or simply stay ahead in the AI revolution, this session will provide hands-on insights and strategies you can apply immediately.

Seats are limited! Secure your spot now by registering or email [email protected] for more details.

Register now

Caribbean Datacenter Association: Connecting Communities & Empowering Opportunities!

oin the Caribbean Datacenter Association as we celebrate our first anniversary with a transformative two-day event at the Renaissance Wind Creek Curaçao Resort. This exclusive gathering will bring together industry leaders, technology experts, and decision-makers to explore the future of digital infrastructure, innovation, and sustainability in the Caribbean.

What to Expect:

🔹 Day 1: Connectivity for the Future
As the demand for seamless digital connectivity grows, how can we build resilient and future-proof networks? This session will explore the evolution of digital infrastructure, strategies for expanding connectivity, and the role of smart technologies in fostering economic growth. Industry leaders will share insights on best practices, innovative solutions, and collaborative efforts to drive digital transformation in the region.

🔹 Day 2: Empowering Opportunities with Digital Innovations
Technology is reshaping industries, creating new business models, and transforming how we work and live. This session will delve into emerging trends such as AI-driven automation, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, providing a roadmap for organizations to harness the power of digital transformation. Expect engaging discussions, real-world case studies, and actionable insights to help you stay ahead in an increasingly digital world.

Why Attend?

✔ Gain expert insights on the future of connectivity, data centers, and digital transformation
✔ Network with key industry players, decision-makers, and innovators shaping the Caribbean’s digital landscape
✔ Discover cutting-edge solutions to enhance efficiency, security, and sustainability in your organization
✔ Stay informed on emerging trends and opportunities that are driving economic and technological growth

Be part of the conversation that will shape the future of connectivity and innovation in the Caribbean. Register now to secure your spot!

Register now

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Vanisha Somai is a finance professional with a strong focus on strategic financial management and process optimization. She obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from the Anton de Kom University of Suriname and is currently completing her MBA in Innovation & Technology.

As the Financial Affairs Manager at Datasur, she leads the finance department and works on ensuring the efficient and effective use of resources.

She firmly believes that digitalization is not just a trend but a necessary evolution in how organizations operate. By integrating technology into financial processes, resources can be utilized optimally, costs can be reduced, and the quality of services can be improved. Her approach combines innovation and strategic insight to make Datasur future-proof.

Whitney de Rijp, MBA in Innovation and Technology.
Whitney de Rijp is a young driven Surinamese woman. She has been working at Datasur for over 6 years. Together with her top team, they ensure that customer data is stored securely all over the world which helps them focus on their core business.

Integrity, authenticity and just being herself is the mode for success as a Commercial Affairs Manager. Furthermore, she finds it very important to maximize effectiveness and of course lead by example. For both the internal and the external organization she is very transparent, which also fosters loyalty and engagement with the company goals.

Jurgen Schmeltz has as a Bachelor's degree in Information and Communication Technology and several IT certifications. His IT career started in Johannesburg, South Africa at IBM where he gained international experience for 5 years. When he came back to Suriname, he worked for two IT companies and also gained experience in VOIP, Backup Solutions and Microsoft Products.

At the moment Jurgen is a Cloud and Datacenter Infrastructure Specialist with many years of experience in the field of Microsoft Virtualization, Workplace Automation, Backup, Replication and Data Center Infrastructure. He currently holds the position of Operations Manager and is responsible for managing the Datacenter Operations such as Cloud and Network infrastructure.

Furthermore, he is also responsible for managing daily Facility Operations of the Datasur Datacenters and Project Lead for Cloud and Datacenter expansion projects. In his free time he’s a parttime lecturer at the two technical Universities in Suriname.

On behalf of Datasur Jurgen Schmeltz is also chairman of SUR-IX. The Suriname Internet Exchange Point which will be operational before the end of 2022

Sheetal Ganput is a strategically strong and socially engaged professional with a Ph.D. in Leadership & Management and an M.Sc. in Business Management. She currently serves as the General Affairs Manager at Datasur, where she is responsible for HR, legal affairs, office management, supply chain, strategy, governance, risk & compliance (GRC), and contributes to organization-wide policy development.

In addition to her role at Datasur, Sheetal is active as a thesis supervisor, sharing her knowledge with future professionals. She also holds board positions at the American Chamber of Commerce in Suriname (AmCham) and the Center for Communication & PR (CCPR), further emphasizing her commitment to both the business sector and social development.

Her style is characterized by vision, decisiveness, and a strong dedication to growth—both on a personal, organizational, and national level.

Our CEO, Dr. Anvit Ramlakhan is a prolific strong inspiring inclusive young professional leader from Suriname, working in different fields to contribute for the betterment of humanity and the world. He is an experienced executive with a demonstrated history of working in the ICT industry for several years, with a widespread of skills in operations, quality, risk, project, business, strategy, product portfolio management (just to name a few). At Datasur Anvit oversees the total company performance on strategical level, with a strong focus on business growth, innovation, customer experience and financial profitability.

Furthermore, Anvit contributes to development of the Surinamese youth by lecturing and tutoring at four university study organizations in Suriname on undergraduate and postgraduate levels within study fields such as ICT, Electrical engineering, Organization management, Process management, Business intelligence, MBA, etc.

He has a strong professional background with a cum laude doctorate (Ph.D. in Management- Information and Technology) from the Akamai University in USA, Master of Science (M.Sc.) with merit in Information Systems from Anglia Ruskin University in London, UK and Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Telecommunications from Anton de Kom University in Paramaribo, Suriname. He currently is finishing up his MBA in Strategic Management and Leadership at the London School of International Business, London, UK.

Anvit has several prolific leadership and business certifications, ongoing humanity service, extensive spiritual drive and a personal theme which is as follows: “Continuous progressive successful excellence”. He is part of volunteer organization HSS for 20+ years, through which character molding, collaboration and way of living for the youth is created and augmented.

In January 2022 he has been elected for two years as Chairman of the ICT Association in Suriname, in order to help strategize the sustainable digital economic development of Suriname. Furthermore he also has been elected as Chairman for the Suriname Business Youth Association in June 2021 for a period of two years, whereby development and support of young entrepreneurs and professionals is one of the main goals. Anvit is also part of the presidential working groups on areas of e-Government and wage council.