8:00
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Registration & Networking
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9:00
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Welcome Address: du
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du as your technology transformation partner in the UAE.
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9:10
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Opening Keynote: Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology (MOIAT)
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H.E. Sarah Al Amiri
Minister of State for Public Education & Advanced Technology, Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology (MOIAT)
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9:20
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Fireside Chat: Honorary Guest Speaker Session
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Martin Eberhard
Founder, Original Chairman & CEO, Tesla
Ranjit Rajan
Vice President, Research (META), IDC
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9:45
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IDC Keynote: The New Tech Order and Envisioning the Future of UAE: With
a Focus on Smart Manufacturing and Intelligent Cities
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Cities and their industries are changing quickly to keep up with the digital economy. To stay successful and prepared for future challenges, organizations must be adaptable and resilient. This session will cover the important trends shaping smart cities and industries, and stress the importance of embracing new technologies to succeed.
Jyoti Lalchandani
Group Vice President & Regional Managing Director (META), IDC
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10:10
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Enabling Future Makers for a Sustainable World with Technology
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Jasim Al Awadi
Chief ICT Officer (Acting), du
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Tech4All
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10:25
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Tech4All, Enabling an Inclusive and Sustainable Digital World
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Tech4All is a forward-looking initiative dedicated to ensuring that technology is accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or location. Through strategic partnerships, innovative solutions, and targeted programs, Tech4All aims to bridge the digital divide and empower underserved communities with the tools and resources they need to thrive in the digital age. By providing affordable devices, digital literacy training, connectivity solutions, and technology-enabled education, Tech4All is working to create a more inclusive and equitable technological landscape, unlocking new opportunities and improving lives on a global scale.
Chetan Anand
Executive Director - Strategy, Huawei MECA President Office
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10:40
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Elevating Decision-Making in Smart Cities with Innovative Platforms
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Pierryl Massal
Vice President - Head of Global Business Development, Atos
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10:55
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Tea / Coffee / Networking & Showcase Visits
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11:25
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Future of Cybersecurity Empowering Industry 4.0
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H.E. Dr. Mohamed Hamad Al Kuwaiti
Head of Cybersecurity Council for the UAE Government
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11:35
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Panel Session: Building a Sustainable UAE
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The Year of Sustainability: COP28 in the UAE and Utilizing Technology to Reach Your Sustainability Objectives
Sustainability has become a mainstream business topic today and many organizations are looking at their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) as a competitive differentiator. In this session, we will discuss the necessary strategic, operational, and organizational changes that companies should make to build a sustainable business. Additionally, we will explore how technology plays a crucial role in achieving ESG objectives.
Ranjit Rajan
Vice President, Research (META), IDC
H.E. Ahmed Baghoum
CEO, Masdar City
Shukri Eid
General Manager (Gulf Levant & Pakistan), IBM
Mohammad Al Jallad
CTO & Director (UK, Ireland, Middle East & Africa), Hewlett Packard Enterprise
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Industrial Transformation & Artificial Intelligence
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11:55
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A Future Powered by AI
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In this session, you will learn how new generation AI enables transformation of experiences and applications across industries, and how Du partnership with Microsoft brings together expertise and tools to land successful AI projects for the customers.
Julien Bertin
Azure Business Lead (CEMEA), Microsoft
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Manufacturing & 5G
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12:10
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Accelerated Digitalization: The Industrial Revolution Powered by 5G Networks
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Manufacturers are focusing on building a data-driven digital-first enterprise, and 5G technology is playing a crucial role in enabling this transformation. The fast connection speeds, stability, and configurability of 5G networks enable a wide range of real-time analysis and responses, including images and other unstructured data. In this session, we will explore how 5G can enhance digital-first operations by improving visibility, facilitating information sharing, and enabling more timely interventions to ensure the safety of employees and communities.
Dr. Herbert Mittermayr
Principal, Enterprise & Vertical Practice, Bell-Labs Consulting
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Smart Cities & Edge Computing
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12:25
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Delivering Intelligence at the Edge to Enable Data-driven Cities
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The accelerated digitalization of cities is resulting in a growing number of devices at the edge. According to IDC, by 2025, 22% of all data created will come from a variety of edge infrastructures and endpoints. Use cases like water management, digital twins, infrastructure monitoring, and traffic management are some examples of areas where there is growing instrumentation, devices at the edge, and accompanying heterogeneous networks. In this session, we will discuss the latest trends in edge computing and how organizations can utilize this technology while also managing the complexity and security risks.
Hani Khalaf
CTO (META), Dell Technologies
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12:40
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Tea / Coffee / Networking & Showcase Visits
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13:05
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Industrial Technology Transformation Index (ITTI)
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Dr. Dario De Benedictis
Senior Project Manager, Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology (MOIAT)
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Sustainability
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13:25
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How to Overcome the Unique Challenges in Adoption of AI for Public Sector during Design, Development and Deployment
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Public agencies continue to invest in and deploy artificial intelligence (AI) across a multitude of domains. A recent IBM survey shows that 87 percent of government executives agreed that “cognitive computing plays a disruptive role in their organizations, and that they intend to invest in cognitive capabilities.”
Mostafa Zafer
Vice President - Data, AI and Automation (MEA), IBM
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Panel Session: Drones & Robotics
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13:40
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Redefining Infrastructure Management
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Explore the transformative potential of drones and robotics in the context of infrastructure management. In this panel, we'll delve into how these technologies are revolutionizing the way we monitor, maintain, and optimize critical infrastructure. From inspecting telecom towers, flare stacks, crops to pipelines and transportation networks, and more… drones and robotics are reshaping the infrastructure landscape. Experts will share insights on cost-effective inspections, real-time data collection, predictive maintenance, and the impact on safety and sustainability. Join us to uncover the cutting-edge solutions that are redefining the future of infrastructure management.
Abou Moustafa
Head of LE, Government & Key Accounts Segment, du
Andrew Hanna
CEO, ZainTech
Melih Kirkgoz
Senior Director - Solutions Architecture, Fortinet
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AgriTech
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14:00
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Know Your Food: Tech-Enabled Quality Assurance & Traceability in Agribusiness
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The agricultural industry is going through disruptive times caused by evolving priorities across the value chain from farmers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and regulators, to consumers. There is a growing emphasis on food safety and provenance, which is prompting businesses to improve product shelf life, manage supply and demand fluctuations, and provide end-to-end traceability of products across the value chain. In this session, we discuss how organizations can address these evolving challenges by leveraging data and automation.
Taranjeet Singh Bhamra
CEO & Founder, AgNext
Jeffrey Tchui
Managing Partner & Head of Advisory, The Hashgraph Advisory (THA)
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14:15
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Summary & Final Remarks
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Jasim Al Awadi
Chief ICT Officer (Acting), du
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14:20
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Lunch & Networking
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15:15
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Close of Event
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