Public Sector Congress 2025

Public Sector Congress 2025

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Overview

Saudi Arabia is at the forefront of the worldwide technological revolution brought about by generative AI (GenAI), particularly in the public sector. Led by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), which has a strong commitment to AI-driven governance, Saudi Arabia is quickly becoming a center of digital innovation, using AI to improve citizen services, government efficiency, and national economic growth.

The IDC Public Sector Congress 2025 will bring together technology leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to explore the next phase of AI-powered public sector transformation. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 has already set the stage for groundbreaking advancements, and 2025 is poised to be a defining year marked by new AI policies, large-scale public sector implementations, and a deeper focus on responsible AI adoption.

The event will delve into key themes such as AI-driven governance, predictive analytics for public service optimization, cybersecurity in an AI-first world, and the ethical considerations of AI in policymaking. It will serve as a premier platform for thought leadership, knowledge sharing, and collaborative innovation, offering a road map for integrating GenAI into national strategies for improved governance, transparency, and citizen engagement.

Partners

Knowledge Hub

Partner Spotlight

Software development as we know it is being completely transformed. Traditional coding methods that once took weeks are now completed in hours. AI-powered development tools are enabling every organization to operate like a tech company, accelerating innovation and time-to-market while maintaining enterprise-grade security and compliance.

Mohamed Shaaban
| Outsystems
Senior Account Executive
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Partner Spotlight

The enterprise data landscape has reached a critical juncture. Despite decades of
investment in data infrastructure, most organizations still struggle to transform raw
information into actionable insights that drive faster, smarter decisions.

Ahmed Tarek
| Incorta
Director, Sales Engineering, EMEA
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Partner Spotlight

Across the world, public sector organizations are under increasing pressure to deliver faster, more transparent, and more reliable services. In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, this ambition is strongly aligned with the goals of Vision 2030, which calls for a modern, digitally enabled government that can meet citizens’ expectations for efficiency, accountability, and high-quality service delivery.

Loay Jaber
| Appian
Director, Middle East Partners
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Venue

Crowne Plaza Riyadh

Meeting Room – Ibn Batouta
Digital City, Wadi Al Muaydin, Street, Unit 4, Imam Saud Ibn Abdul Aziz Road, Riyadh 12382

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IDC Qatar CIO Summit 2025

IDC Qatar CIO Summit 2025

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Architecting an AI-Fueled Business

Qatar is rapidly transforming into a tech-driven economy under its National Vision 2030 and national AI strategy, emphasizing innovation and economic diversification. The government is heavily investing in digital infrastructure, cloud computing, AI, big data, IoT, sustainability, and cybersecurity to advance Smart City projects and enhance public services.

 

With 69% of organizations prioritizing AI investments (IDC META Survey), Qatar is positioning itself as a leading regional tech hub. Business and technology leaders are focusing on strategies for the efficient, secure, and scalable deployment of AI, including GenAI, to boost agility and innovation while managing risks.

 

The 2025 edition of the IDC Qatar CIO Summit will feature a stellar line up of C-suite executives, influential analysts, industry thought leaders, international speakers, and market-leading solution providers. Together, they will discuss AI’s role as the leading technology enabler of business strategy and the endless potential it provides enterprises across the region. This premier gathering of ICT experts will examine the industry’s hottest topics, trends, and challenges, providing essential guidance on adapting to an unpredictable business landscape, implementing new business models, and scaling massively in the AI-powered digital economy.

Qatar CIO Summit 2024 Highlights

Key Theme

AI Everywhere

Artificial intelligence is moving from concept to core, transforming industries, powering smart cities, and elevating Qatar’s digital economy toward a more intelligent, efficient future.

Digital Business Strategies

Redefining growth through innovation, agility, and data, digital business strategies are driving Qatar’s transformation toward a smarter, more connected economy.

Digital Economy Trends

Shaped by innovation and intelligence, the digital economy is powering Qatar’s next wave of growth and global competitiveness.

Data Platforms for the Intelligent Enterprise

Empowered by intelligent data platforms, enterprises are unlocking real-time insights, enhancing agility, and accelerating Qatar’s journey toward a data-driven economy.

Data-driven Customer Experience (CX) Transformation

Powered by data and intelligence, customer experience is transforming into a catalyst for loyalty, innovation, and digital excellence across Qatar’s enterprises.

Future of Work

As technology reshapes how we work, Qatar’s enterprises are building agile, intelligent, and people-centered environments that drive innovation and growth.

Digital Trust and Security

As digital ecosystems expand, building trust through robust security and governance is vital to sustaining Qatar’s innovation-driven economy.

Industry 4.0

Smart, connected, and data-driven, Industry 4.0 is powering the next leap in Qatar’s digital transformation.

Sustainability

Empowered by technology and innovation, sustainability is shaping Qatar’s journey toward a smarter, greener, and more resilient digital economy.

Future of Digital Infrastructure

Qatar’s digital future depends on agile, intelligent infrastructure that drives innovation, strengthens resilience, and supports a rapidly evolving economy.

Software Innovation and Modern App Dev

Through modern app development, Qatar’s enterprises are accelerating innovation, enhancing user experiences, and shaping a future built on agility and intelligence.

Expert Perspectives

Delegate Journey

Meet our partners

Knowledge Hub

Analyst Spotlight

From eGovernment to Invisible Government

AI and GenAI are transforming government operations across the Middle East and beyond. To harness their full potential amid geopolitical shifts, digital sovereignty issues, and rising citizen expectations, leaders must go beyond technology adoption—revisiting governance, risk management, and culture to build competencies that drive sustainable innovation and transformation.

Massimiliano Claps
| Research Director
IDC
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Analyst Spotlight

Enabling Security Outcomes with Artificial Intelligence

GenAI isn’t coming, it’s already here, reshaping what’s possible. Amid the hype and past disruptions like COVID-19, we often overlook how cybersecurity has matured. Once a niche concern, it now sits in the C-suite. Cyberattacks pose not only technical threats but also strategic business risks—today, cyber risk equals business risk.

Frank Dickson
| IDC
Group Vice President, Security & Trust
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Partner Spotlight

From Digital Native to AI Native: The Next Five Years

We’ve seen this movie before. In the 1990s, enterprises either rebuilt for the web or bolted on a browser layer and hoped for the best. The winners rewrote. The same pattern is unfolding now — with AI. Only this time, the change will be faster, deeper, and more unforgiving.

Haitham Elkhatib
| UnifyApps
Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer
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Partner Spotlight

The Race to Embrace AI: Building the Intelligent Enterprise in the Middle East

Across the Middle East, artificial intelligence has moved from concept to competitive necessity. From energy and finance to public services and manufacturing, organizations are racing to embed intelligence into their operations — and governments are leading the charge with national AI strategies that align with ambitious transformation visions like Qatar National Vision 2030 and Saudi Vision 2030.

Geritt Otto
| OpenText
Lead Solution Consultant
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Partner Spotlight

The GenAI Shift: Redefining How Enterprises Think, Work, and Grow

The next wave of transformation is not digital — it’s intelligent. Generative AI (GenAI) is rewriting how organizations create value, drive innovation, and sustain growth. What once seemed like a disruptive experiment is now the foundation of a new business model — one built on adaptive intelligence and continuous reinvention.

Serhat Gezgin
| NTT DATA Business Solutions
Managing Director Qatar & Lebanon
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Venue

Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas

Experience the elegance of the Grand Hyatt Doha — a landmark of luxury and innovation, perfectly suited to host the IDC Qatar CIO Summit 2025.

Ballroom Name: Al Silia Ballroom

Agenda

Wednesday, November 12

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IDC CISO Roundtable 2025

One Day Event

8:45 pm

Mega Raffle Announcement

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IDC CISO Roundtable 2025

IDC CISO Roundtable 2025

Exclusive Dinner Roundtable

AI Resilience in Action: Cyber Leadership for the Next Era

As Saudi Arabia accelerates its digital transformation journey under Vision 2030, CISOs are at the forefront of navigating the nation’s evolving cybersecurity priorities. IDC’s Security Survey reveals that user identity management, security awareness, data privacy and compliance, and third-party risk assessment are the top areas of focus for organizations in the Kingdom. These findings underscore the urgent need for strong, adaptive leadership to safeguard digital ecosystems while enabling innovation.

The IDC CISO Roundtable 2025 will bring together senior cybersecurity leaders from government, energy, finance, and enterprise sectors to address these priorities. Through expert-led sessions, collaborative workshops, and CISO panel discussions, the event will tackle the most pressing cybersecurity challenges facing organizations today.

Why Attend

  • Premier CISO Workshop – Back to the Future: Time Travelling CISO: Step into the shoes of a time-traveling CISO to experience how cybersecurity priorities have evolved from 2010 to 2025—balancing risk, regulation, and innovation.
  • Build Cyber Resilience: Learn to create adaptable cybersecurity frameworks for evolving threats.
  • Leverage AI & Automation: Use intelligent technologies to strengthen and scale secure growth.
  • Navigate Compliance: Stay ahead of changing regulations with practical, expert insights.
  • Empower Future Leaders: Foster and guide the next generation of cybersecurity talent.
  • Connect & Collaborate: Network with peers and shape the future of cyber resilience in Saudi Arabia.

Speakers

Shilpi Handa

Shilpi Handa

Associate Research Director (META)

IDC

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James Neilson

James Neilson

Senior Vice President, International

OPSWAT

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Khaled Abu Samra

Khaled Abu Samra

Solutions Engineer

BeyondTrust

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Mohammad Flaifel

Mohammad Flaifel

Regional Sales Director

Group-IB

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Mohamed Abo-ElEzz

Mohamed Abo-ElEzz

Senior Solutions Principle

Dell Technologies

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Niraj Mathur

Niraj Mathur

Managing Director

Protiviti Middle East Member Firm

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Eng. Mohamed Ujaimi

Eng. Mohamed Ujaimi

CISO

King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)

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Abdul Qadir Yousuf

Abdul Qadir Yousuf

VP Operational Risk and Security

Tiqmo

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Muhammad Anum Saleem

Muhammad Anum Saleem

Legal Director

AlDhabaan & Partners in association with Eversheds Sutherland (International)

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Abdullah Alharthi

Abdullah Alharthi

CISO

University of Bisha

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Our Partners

Knowledge Hub

Partner Spotlight

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been a pioneer globally in terms of cybersecurity, with privacy frameworks and regulations aligned to the country’s national cybersecurity strategy and Vision 2030 blueprint.

Niraj Mathur
| Protiviti Middle East Member Firm
Managing Director
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A momentary truth we must acknowledge: AI currently tips in favor of adversaries. Not because of the technology itself, but because of the unfair advantages they hold. While defenders must secure an entire attack surface, attackers only need to find one weak link.

Mohammad Flaifel
| Group-IB
Regional Sales Director
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Venue

Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention

Ibn Batouta 2 & 3 Ballroom

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