1. Why UniFi Matters in the Emirates
Cloud-managed Wi-Fi, PoE switching, and plug-and-play routing have become essential for smart offices, hospitality, education, and large villas. Ubiquiti’s UniFi platform answers all three demands with:
- Unified management through the UniFi Network Controller
- Scalability from one AP to thousands
- Competitive TCO compared with traditional enterprise vendors
With nationwide fibre roll-outs and the government’s “Smart Dubai” strategy, demand for affordable yet enterprise-grade networking has surged across the UAE.
2. The Current Distribution Landscape
Officially recognised UniFi channels in the country include:
| Distributor | Key Strengths | Typical Customers |
| TLM International | Largest UniFi inventory, 27-year track record, value-added services | System integrators, ISPs, retail chains |
| Syscom Distributions | Multiple GCC warehouses, regional warranty desk | SMB resellers |
| Alselsal Trading | Focus on “box moving” and volume pricing | IT retailers |
| Neo Data Technologies | AirFiber & outdoor wireless projects in Africa/UAE | WISPs |
3. Deep Dive: TLM International
Headquarters & Facilities
- 350,000 sq ft LEED-Platinum logistics hub in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai tlmintl.com
- 5,000+ SKUs in ready stock and an in-house freight-forwarding team for same-day UAE delivery and fast regional export tlmintl.com
Authorised Value-Added Distributor
- Listed by Ubiquiti among its approved distributors and featured in trade coverage as a top-tier UniFi and MikroTik supplier
- Portfolio spans UniFi Network, UniFi Protect, UniFi Access, UISP, EdgeMAX, and UFiber.
Services That Go Beyond “Box-Moving”
| Service | Benefit | Typical Use-Case |
| Pre-sales design lab | Heat-map planning & bill-of-materials generation | Multi-storey hotel Wi-Fi |
| Certified training (UEWA/UEP/UISP) | Upskill partner engineers | MSP onboarding |
| Local RMA & advance replacement | <48-hour device swap | Critical CCTV links |
| Credit & finance options | Cash-flow flexibility for integrators | Campus roll-outs |
| Marketing support | Co-branded campaigns, demo kits | Retail chain launches |
Partner Ecosystem
More than 1,500 resellers and solution providers across the GCC and Africa rely on TLM’s inventory depth, payment terms, and regional shipping network.
4. What Sets TLM Apart? – A Quick Scorecard
| Criterion | TLM Intl. | Typical Competitor |
| In-stock UniFi SKUs | 5,000+ | <1,500 |
| Warehousing footprint | 350k sq ft, fully automated | 40–80k sq ft |
| LEED certification | Platinum | None |
| Training centre | In-house (Ubiquiti-authorised) | Outsourced |
| Warranty turnaround | <48 h UAE | 5–15 days |
5. Multi-Perspective Advantages
- System Integrators – Access real-time inventory APIs, credit lines, and project staging areas.
- Retail & e-commerce – Drop-ship fulfilment direct to end customers with branded packaging.
- Enterprise End-Users – Shorter lead times, local RMA, and design assistance through certified partners.
6. Engagement Path
- Register as a Partner. Use TLM’s “Become a Partner” portal for account creation and credit evaluation.
- Design & BOM. Submit floorplans; the pre-sales desk returns heat-maps and BOM within 24 hours.
- Order & Fulfil. Confirm PO, receive shipment from JAFZA warehouse or collect on-site.
- Deploy & Support. Attend a free UniFi training day or book on-site assistance if needed.
7. Contact Snapshot
- Office: TLM International FZE, Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, UAE
- Phone: +971 4 880 7299
- Email: info@tlmintl.com
8. Conclusion
Ubiquiti’s UniFi portfolio continues to dominate cost-effective enterprise networking in the UAE. Among authorised distributors, TLM International stands out through its vast stock, LEED-accredited logistics centre, value-added training, and deep partner ecosystem. For resellers seeking rapid fulfilment and robust support—or enterprises planning large-scale Wi-Fi, switching, or CCTV projects—TLM offers a clear edge in reliability, expertise, and speed.
