Doha: The Ministry of Finance hosted an event on digital transformation and Industry 4.0 in Qatar.
The event, which took place at Msheireb Downtown Doha, explored the latest global developments, promising ventures and programs, and future strategies and initiatives to foster the adoption of emerging technologies and propel the digital transformation of Qatar’s industries and trade.
The event featured a panel discussion that brought together experts in advanced industries, as well as decision-makers from major multinational companies and organizations.
The session was attended by local stakeholders, international partners, manufacturers, and SMEs.
Participants discussed advanced digital manufacturing capabilities, future plans for Qatar’s industrial sectors, and the country’s leadership in the region in terms of embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Qatari manufacturing companies that successfully graduated from QDB’s Factory One program were recognized during the event.
These companies demonstrated exceptional manufacturing efficiency and effectiveness, showcasing their strong ability to adopt advanced digital solutions after completing the Digital Transformation program, the Advanced Industry program, and the Lean and Transform program.
Dr. Abdulaziz Khalid Al Ali, Director of the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) at the Ministry of Finance, said the event marks one of the first initiatives since the Centre’s launched on the sidelines of the Doha Forum 2024.
“The Centre aims to harness Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies to accelerate sustainable economic growth in the priority sectors outlined in the National Development Strategy. The workshop highlighted initiatives in industry, trade, logistics, and digital transformation that have been undertaken by members of the World Economic Forum’s C4IR network. These efforts have fostered knowledge transfer and dialogue between government, private, and academic entities.”
