Under the patronage of
H.E. MR. AHMAD AL HANANDEH
Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Jordan
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When
- 8 - 9 May 2024
Where
- St. Regis - Amman, Jordan
collocated With
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Event Overview
Digital transformation in Jordan over the years have been integrating digital technologies, strategies and innovations across various sectors of the country’s economy and society. Since the implementation of The National Digital Transformation Strategy, Jordan has been actively working towards leveraging technology to enhance economic growth, improve public services and elevate the overall quality of life for its citizens. The country’s efforts to embrace technology have gradually shaped a more connected and technologically advanced society and the opportunities remain limitless.
Over the years, the government has launched various digital initiatives by seizing all opportunities to deploy digital technologies across sectors with the aim at modernizing infrastructure, enhancing public services, fostering innovation and improving the overall economic landscape for Jordan. As Jordan continues to leverage digital tools and strategies to enhance overall quality of life for its citizen, join us at the 4th Digital Transformation Jordan to further enhance opportunities for digital transformation, digital economy and entrepreneurship in Jordan. We bring together over 400 senior government officials, digitalization leaders, project owners and emerging technologies experts to continue to understand the major drivers for development and to find new solutions for all critical sectors to not only survive but thrive in the current landscape. The event will discuss the unique technology capabilities being adopted to innovate faster and enhance flexibility along with agility and scalability.
Event Numbers
ATTENDEES
SENIOR DECISION MAKER
SPEAKERS
MEDIA PARTNERS
COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
What’s new in 2024
Technical workshops
Fireside
chats
Focused tracks
Interactive round table discussions
Advisory Board
Belal Al-Hafnawi
Commissioner - Board Member
Telecommunications Regulatory Commission Jordan
Dr. Jassim Haji
President
International Group of Artificial Intelligence
Mohammad Sear
Digital Government & Public Sector Consulting Leader Middle East and Africa
EY
Rami Al Karmi
Executive Chairman
Ab(new)normal
Ventures
Prof. Samir El-Masri
Founder and President
Arab Society for Digital Transformation
Guest Speakers
H.E. Abdel Fattah Al Kayed
CEO
Jordan Enterprise Development Corporation
(JEDCO)
Ahmad Altarawneh
Senior Strategic Transformation Consultant
Dubai Police
Alaa Ensheiwat
CEO
UWallet and Chairman
ICT Sector Skills Council
Ayman Anabtawi
Sanad Business Owner
Ministry of Digital Economy & Entrepreneurship
Jordan
H.E. Belal Al-Hafnawi
Commissioner - Board Member
Telecommunications Regulatory Commission Jordan
Firas Al-Hilu
Information Technology and Digital Transformation Leader
Jordan
Fuad Al-Nsour
Digital Transformation Lead
Aramex
Ghaith Khzai
Director Smart Systems
Head of Renewable Energy Committee
Jordanian Engineers Association (JEA)
Dr. Jassim Haji
President
International Group of Artificial Intelligence
Kamal Haddad
CEO
Inspire for Solutions Development
Lama Arabiat
Director of Artificial Intelligence & Advanced Technologies
Ministry of Digital Economy & Entrepreneurship
Jordan
Ledi Lapaj
Customer Experience Director
Bank al Etihad
Mohammed Abdul Rahim
Advisory Board Member – FAIR Institute, Co-Chair FAIR Institute – Middle Ease And Africa Chapter
Vice President - DAMA
Jordan
Eng. Monieb Tashman
General Director
Queen Rania Center for Education & IT/Ministry of Education Jordan
Nisreen Qatamish
Director General and CEO
King Hussein Cancer Foundation
Osama Tobji
Chief Information Technology Officer
Arab Centre for Engineering Studies
Talal Kanaan
Chief Technology Officer
Electronic Health Solutions
Raed Abu-Qura
Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer
Bank of Jordan
Dr. Ra’ed Awdeh
Assistant Secretary General for Scientific and Technological Affairs
Higher Council for Science and Technology
Jordan
Ra’ed Hajarat
Jordan Country Leader & Regional Director of Technology
Oracle
Rami Al Karmi
Executive Chairman
Ab(new)normal
Ventures
Riyad Jazmawi
Head of Information Security and IT Governance
INVESTBANK
Sadim Abu-Taha
Group Head of Supply Chain & Administration Department
Bank of Jordan
Saif Haddad
Senior Manager Global Cyber & Information Security Risk – Arab Bank & President
ISACA Amman Chapter
Prof. Samir
El-Masri
Founder and President
Arab Society for Digital Transformation
Carole AlSharabati
Partner
Siren Analytics
Mario Makary
Vice President Levant Cluster Country Manager
Visa
Ahmad G. Abdallah
Regional Director Cloud Protection & Licensing in Saudi Arabia & Levant Countries
Thales
Amr Hussein EL Najjar
Advisory Data Center Specialist
Channel - Dell Technologies
Eng. Mamdouh Al-Abbadi
Head of Cybersecurity and Business Continuity
Electronic Health Solutions
Laith Al Faraj
Director Information & Cyber Security
Bank Al Etihad
AGENDA
08:00
REGISTRATION & NETWORKING
09:00
OPENING REMARKS BY GREAT MINDS EVENT MANAGEMENT
- Lulu Banat, Conference Director
09:05
WELCOME ADDRESS AND OPENING REMARKS BY CHAIRPERSON
09:10
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
09:25
PANEL DISCUSSION | BUILDING DIGITAL ECOSYSTEMS: INSIGHTS AND STRATEGIES
- Fostering collaborations between governments, private sectors, and startups to drive innovation.
- Addressing the increasing demand for IoT, AI, and big data to create sustainable ecosystems.
- Exploring blockchain's real-world applications to enhance transparency and efficiency.
10:05
PANEL DISCUSSION | THE FUTURE OF ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) IN BUSINESS PROCESSES
- Insights into successful digital transformation strategies, emphasizing the importance of vision, leadership, and adaptability
- Enhancing operational efficiency by integrating ERP tools with IoT and AI.
- Case studies on industries leveraging ERP for improved decision-making and scalability.
10:45
Keynote Presentation
11:00
VIP EXHIBITION TOUR AND NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
12:00
Panel Discussion | AI IN UTILITIES: TRANSFORMING INFRASTRUCTURE AND OPERATIONS
- Streamlining energy distribution and grid management with AI-powered tools.
- Predictive maintenance to minimize outages and optimize resource utilization.
- Real-world examples of AI in water and power sector innovations.
12:40
INDUSTRY SESSIONS
- Insight 1
- Insight 2
- Insight 3
12.15
INSIGHT 1 | FOUNDATION TO ACCELERATE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND MULTI CLOUD STRATEGY
- Amr Hussein EL Najjar, Advisory Data Center Specialist, Channel - Dell Technologies
13:10
PRESENTATION | 5G INFRASTRUCTURE AND ECOSYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
- Customizing connectivity for diverse industries with advanced network slicing capabilities.
- Addressing deployment challenges in urban and rural areas, including infrastructure requirements and resource availability.
- Developing cutting-edge multi-access computing (MEC) systems to support private 5G networks in industries such as logistics and manufacturing.
13:25
PANEL DISCUSSION | ZERO TRUST SECURITY FRAMEWORKS: ARE WE THERE YET?
- Strategies for implementing zero-trust models to enhance organizational security.
- Protecting IoT devices from emerging threats with robust frameworks.
- Regional insights into securing connected ecosystems across industries.
13:55
CLOSING REMARKS BY CHAIRPERSON
14:00
NETWORKING LUNCH AND END OF DAY 1
08:00
REGISTRATION & NETWORKING
09:00
WELCOME ADDRESS BY CHAIRPERSON
09:05
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
09:20
PANEL DISCUSSION | CUSTOMER-CENTRIC BANKING
- Utilizing advanced data analytics to deliver personalized financial services.
- Real-world examples of transforming customer experiences in banking.
- Exploring innovations in digital payments and financial inclusion.
10:00
PRESENTATION | BEST PRACTICES IN DIGITAL SALES AND MARKETING
- Leveraging AI to revolutionize customer engagement strategies.
- Enhancing sales processes with predictive analytics and automation.
10:15
Keynote Presentation
10:30
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
11:00
PANEL DISCUSSION | SMART CITIES: CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS
- Infrastructure & Connectivity
- Security & Data Privacy
- Sustainability & Citizen Experience
11:40
Presentation: "The Future of Digital Census: From Aqaba to Nationwide Implementation"
- Aqaba’s Success Story: How digital tools transformed population counting for accuracy and efficiency.
- Scaling Across Jordan: Key challenges in data integration, security, and nationwide implementation.
- AI & Big Data in Population Analytics: Enhancing decision-making for urban planning and public services.
11:55
INDUSTRY SESSION
- Insight 1
- Insight 2
- Insight 3
12:25
PRESENTATION | Debunking Digital Transformation Myths: The Hard Truths Every Leader Must Face
- Importance of focusing on flexible and resilient supply chains
- Accelerate supply chain digital transformation – use of technology & digital innovations
- How will the next generation of digital supply chain look – How can we make it more efficient, more agile, more flexible?
Speaker:
- Dr Ra’ed Awdeh, Assistant Secretary-General for Scientific and Technological Affairs, Higher Council for Science and Technology.
12:40
PANEL DISCUSSION | TRANSFORMING HEALTHCARE THROUGH DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
- Integrating AI in diagnostics and hospital management for better patient outcomes.
- Tackling data privacy challenges while digitizing healthcare services.
- Regional case studies showcasing healthcare innovations through technology.
13:20
Panel Discussion | Agentic AI: The Next Frontier in Autonomous Decision-Making
- Transforming Industries with Autonomous AI: How Agentic AI is revolutionizing sectors by enabling systems to operate independently and adapt dynamically.
- Balancing Autonomy and Control: Addressing challenges related to governance, accountability, and ethical concerns in self-directed AI decision-making.
- • Building Trust and Security in Agentic AI: Strategies for ensuring reliability, transparency, and cybersecurity in AI systems that continuously learn and act without direct human intervention.
14:00
CLOSING REMARKS BY CHAIRPERSON END OF CONFERENCE
WHO SHOULD Attend?
CEOs, Chiefs, VPs, Directors, Heads and Specialists from the following departments:
- Digital Transformation
- Data Management
- Information Technology
- Data Science
- Data Analytics
- Data Management
- Corporate Planning
- Strategy Planning
- Business Analytics
- Business Intelligence
- Information Technology
- Innovation
- New Technology
- Smart Services
- Customer Service
- Cyber Security
- Cloud
- Smart Services
Industries
- Government
- Banking
- Retail
- Telecom
- Transport and Logistics
- Education
- Healthcare
- Utilities
WHY GET INVOLVED?
THE ONLY EVENT IN JORDAN TO COVER THE ENTIRE DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM :
From implementing new technologies, to understanding the top-down strategy, this is the only event in the country to explore the challenges and opportunities in Jordan’s digital transformation journey
GET IN FRONT OF YOUR TARGET MARKET:
Get access to key stakeholders involved with digital transformation projects in the region and get insight into their plans to invest in new technologies and spot opportunities.
INCREASE YOUR COMPETITIVENESS:
Learn about the challenges faced by the region’s key ministries and governmental authorities and identify how you can provide them with customised solutions to help them overcome them.
GENERATE STRONG LEADS:
Learn about future digital transformation requirements of key governmental and private entities and influence decision makers and stand a chance of being shortlisted for upcoming projects.
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