GET TO KNOW which may hinder the implementation of new tech . Managing these seamlessly in collaboration with partners will result in smooth and successful implementations .
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ASPIRE FOR MORE , BIGGER AND BETTER SHOULD BE THE MOTTO .
year for its adaptability and innovation . Interconnecting unique devices within an existing infrastructure , has enabled industry players to make informed , strategic decisions using real-time data and achieve a variety of goals such as , cost reduction , heightened efficiency , improved safety , product innovation and much more . API is the other important topic coming to surface rapidly , enabling users to securely access the data .
How do you deal with stress and unwind outside the office ?
A day with the family , a cup of coffee with friends and a short walk can change the day for me .
If you could go back and change one career decision what would it be ?
An interesting question , one which I have never pondered over . That said , I would follow the same path I did . When I look back , I realise that every decision has led to one good after the other , preparing me for the next opportunity up until where I am today . While there were difficulties faced on the way , they have resulted into major learnings for me . And since the technology landscape is fast changing , it gives me the opportunity to continuously refine and re-think my outlook for the company , especially as a person who loves challenging opportunities . I constantly find newer opportunities enjoyable as a part of my role and would continue focusing on with the support of the larger ecosystem – our teams , partners and everyone who aims for a win-win situation . This approach has helped me redefine business continually .
What do you currently identify as the major areas of investment in your industry ?
AI is the next biggest investment frontier . Recent developments in AI have led to taking the overwhelming amount of data and converting that to leverage decision making through successful use cases . Entities unable to leverage the large pool will risk falling behind the curve . AI-powered solutions empower firms to make informed decisions through high precision data analytics , investment patterns , predictive analysis and customer engagement . Organisations are implicitly work on gaining more data with higher speed and accurate results to be able to produce more efficient decision using AI .
What are the region-specific challenges when implementing new technologies in the Middle East ?
The Middle East is embracing digitisation across nations , UAE , particularly is aggressively approaching digital disruption . While it has several benefits and offers a myriad of new opportunities across countries and regions , there are areas
Traditional models : There are still several entities that are operating on traditional models . However , with technology adoption rapidly increasing , streamlining risks associated to traditional models through tech vendors will reduce unnecessary threats .
Reluctance to a full circle of transformation : where entities are still reluctant to jump on to a complete transformation journey .
Operational challenges : for example – information and data and the complexities of adapting those in different languages , where needed .
Internal resistance : digital disruption requires changing work dynamics and culture .
Skills : with the region at the forefront of digital and the adoption of the most advanced technologies ; the skills gap must be closely managed in this tech enabled paradigm .
What changes to your job role have you seen in the last year and how do you see these developing in the next 12 months ?
The focus has clearly shifted from real projects to developing programmes and support systems to enable organisations to achieve the desired outcomes faster and more effectively . The other area which I see building very fast is the vendor-partner ecosystem , building more structured partnerships and working with partners on producing more holistic , easy to deploy offerings and frameworks .
What advice would you offer somebody aspiring to obtain C-level position in your industry ?
It ’ s not about what you achieve yourself , it is an ecosystem consisting your team , your solutions and your partners . Empower the ecosystem , effectively collaborate and synergise what we achieve together is far beyond what one can achieve individually . Aspire for more , bigger and better should be the motto . •
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