Name: 40th Edition DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION SUMMIT - QATAR
Start: 2025-09-10 00:00:00 UTC
End: 2025-09-10 00:00:00 UTC
Location: InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa by IHG

The Next Wave: Fast-Tracking Qatar’s Digital Landscape

Qatar is actively pushing forward its digital transformation journey, driven by its National Vision 2030 to build a smart, diversified, and sustainable economy. With major investments in technology infrastructure and a strong policy framework, the country is rapidly adopting digital tools to improve public services, enhance business efficiency, and boost innovation.

From AI and cybersecurity to data analytics and cloud computing, Qatar is embracing cutting-edge solutions across sectors. While progress has been strong, the journey also brings challenges - like strengthening digital skills, ensuring data privacy, and building cyber resilience.

The 40th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit will convene 300+ senior leaders, policymakers, and tech experts in an exclusive, invite-only gathering. Together, they’ll explore key strategies, share success stories, and collaborate on shaping a future-ready digital ecosystem for Qatar.

Key Highlights of The Digital Transformation Summit, Qatar:

Theme: “Fast-Tracking Qatar’s Digital Landscape”

Engage with 300+ C-Level Executives, Directors, and Heads of Technology.

Explore key topics like AI, Web 3.0, IoT, Quantum Computing, Cyber Security, 4IR technologies, and more.

Facilitates networking and collaboration among top executives, technology providers, and explores the latest innovations in digital solutions.

Provides actionable insights into Qatar's digital roadmap for a sustainable and innovative future.

This exclusive event is designed to drive meaningful discussions, foster collaborations, and create pathways for transformative growth in Qatar's digital ecosystem.

Key Themes & Topics

The Frontline Guide to Adopting AI, Emerging Technology and Innovation

Understanding the Landscape of Emerging Technologies (AI, IoT, Blockchain,
Quantum computing AR/VR, etc.)
Identifying trends and disruptions: How to stay ahead of the curve
CIO's agenda for 2026 to achieve a digital-first organisation and assess the need for a
clear roadmap and measurable KPIs to track the success of technology initiatives.
Evaluating the organization's technological maturity and culture for adopting AI
Partnering to adopt global best practices for the ethical and reliable use of AI.
How to pivot and adjust strategies as new challenges, opportunities, or breakthroughs
arise.
Practical tips and best practices for accelerating AI adoption and driving innovation
in any industry
Case studies demonstrating successful strategies and their impact on business
performance

How Organisations can Harness the Global Hyper-Powers: HyperConnectivity, Hyper-Computing, Hyper-Automation

Digital Infrastructure: Understand how organisations are leveraging data centre
capabilities and future-proofing legacy systems to enhance experience and streamline
digital processes
Quantum Computing: Assess the future of quantum computing in shaping the longterm future of information processing
Connectivity Infrastructure: Examine the powerful role of IoT connectivity driven by
robust 5G communication infrastructure primarily in transport, eHealth, Industry 4.0 or
energy sectors
Simplification of Automation Processes: Explore strategies for simplifying automation
workflows, reducing complexity, and making automation more accessible.

The Last Mile: Ensuring Effective Employee Adoption of GenAI

Many organizations focus on business and technology when developing their GenAI
strategy, but overlook a crucial third element - their people. To unlock the full potential of GenAI, leaders must adopt a human-centric approach that nurtures the evolving relationship between humans and machines. This session will explore how top organizations build employee trust and confidence, ensuring successful and widespread adoption of GenAI.

The ROI Playbook: Harnessing Data and Technology for Business Growth

Building a Data-Driven Culture: Creating an organizational mindset that prioritizes
data as a strategic asset
Identifying the Right Technology Investments for Your Business: How to assess
technology solutions based on ROI potential (e.g., cloud computing, AI, automation,
IoT)
Leveraging Data Analytics for Business Insights: Using predictive analytics, machine
learning, and AI to uncover new opportunities for growth
Case study examples: Companies that have gained a competitive edge through realtime data usage.
The Future of Data and Technology ROI: Trends to Watch and their potential impact
on ROI.

From Data Rich to Security Crisis: The Need for Cyber Protection in a Hyper-Connected World

Overview of the prevalent cyber threats and challenges faced by organizations in
Qatar.
The Role of Innovation in Tackling Cybersecurity Challenges: Examine the role of AI, Machine Learning, automation and blockchain to identify anomalies and potential attacks
Zero Trust Security Model: What it means for an organisation to adopt a Zero Trust
approach
Investment in cybersecurity infrastructure: Understand resource management
strategies between technology (firewalls, encryption, endpoint security) and human expertise (cybersecurity professionals, incident response teams)
Promoting cybersecurity collaboration: Discuss the need of collaboration between
organizations, industry groups, and governmental agencies to combat cyber risks more effectively.

Learning Outcomes

WHY QATAR?

Qatar has been touted as one of the fastest growing economies in the MENA region, and one that is already technologically poised to reap the rewards of digital transformation. In fact, estimates show that by 2023, digital spending in the country will increase to $3.2bn. According to recent reports, more than 70% of enterprises will adopt digital transformation globally within the next couple of years, while most of them have already embarked on the digitalization journey.

Qatar’s National Vision 2030 is the roadmap to Qatar’s future. It is guiding the State of Qatar to achieve 360-degree growth, in all major sectors and transforming it into a developed country. With the public and private sector at the forefront of cutting-edge ecommerce and digital payment technologies, Qatar’s digital transformational legacy is set to unlock countless, inclusive, and long-lasting economic opportunities for the future.

40th Edition DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION SUMMIT - QATAR

Location

InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa by IHG

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Speakers

Ali Awkal

Archana Shetty

Asma Al-Jefairi

Elias R. Chedid

Francisco Javier Ruiz

Nakul Srivastava

Nikita Gordeev

Roc Arquiza Escosio

Tarek Terk

Yusuf Rasheen