Qatari enterprise leaders shift focus from AI talk to practical execution
Public and private sector organisations across Qatar are pivoting from conceptual discussions on artificial intelligence (AI) towards the practical realities of enterprise deployment, data governance,...
Leaders of Qatari enterprises have decided to shift their focus from theoretical discussions on artificial intelligence (AI) to practical implementation, according to Rahul Arya, CEO and managing partner for Artefact Middle East, Southeast Asia & India. At the AI Connect Summit held in Doha, Arya emphasized that businesses are now concentrating on the practical aspects of AI deployment, such as data management, identifying use cases, and executing plans.
The summit aimed to explore how AI is transforming operational workflows and service delivery in various sectors of Qatar. Attendees discussed sector-specific applications, enhanced decision-making processes, and the need for greater efficiency in the public sector. Technical experts highlighted the importance of maintaining system accuracy, verifying data processing locations, and establishing legal authority for automated workflows.
Bassam Fadol, the Chief Digital Services at malomatia, stressed the necessity of continuous oversight for enterprise digital systems to remain compliant with evolving regulatory policies. Fadol explained that their experience in designing government systems in Qatar has influenced their approach to AI, focusing on establishing clear decision-making authority, data processing locations, and system accuracy amidst policy changes.
The partnership between malomatia and Artefact combines technical expertise with AI capabilities to ensure trustworthy system operation. French Ambassador Arnaud Pescheux highlighted the international significance of data and technology partnerships in fostering regional innovation and collaboration. He noted that Artefact's presence in Doha showcases how global AI expertise can generate new opportunities and strengthen strategic alliances across the region, underscoring the growing momentum of France-Qatar cooperation in technology and innovation sectors.
The shift towards operational execution aligns with Qatar's Digital Agenda 2030, which aims to generate a cumulative economic impact of QR40bn and create 26,000 jobs in the information and communications technology sector by 2030.
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