51st Edition

Digital Transformation Summit

Driving the UAE’s Next Digital Leap Through Agentic AI

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  • 4th November 2026
  • 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM(GST)
  • Sofitel, Abu Dhabi
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About Digital Transformation Summit

The 51st Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit UAE is part of a globally recognized series hosted across more than 10 cities worldwide, bringing together leaders driving the future of enterprise innovation. Under the theme “Driving the UAE’s Next Digital Leap Through Agentic AI” the summit will explore how organizations are evolving into AI-native, agile, and resilient enterprises through intelligent automation, scalable digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data-driven decision-making. Taking place on 4 November 2026 in Abu Dhabi, the summit will convene 200+ CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, CISOs, and senior technology leaders to discuss the next phase of enterprise transformation. Through insightful keynotes and strategic discussions, attendees will gain practical insights into Agentic AI, enterprise agility, AI governance, human-AI collaboration, and technologies shaping the future of business.

What Sets Us Apart?

The summit brings together the entire ecosystem behind enterprise transformation technology leaders, AI innovators, cloud providers, and government stakeholders to address the shift toward autonomous enterprises, while focusing on the most impactful enterprise technology trends discussed at global summits, including AI-driven automation, digital infrastructure, and secure, scalable transformation.

Invitation-Only Access
Connect with 200+ CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, CISOs, digital transformation leaders, and technology innovators driving enterprise modernization and intelligent transformation across the UAE’s rapidly evolving digital economy.
Meaningful Connections
Engage with senior decision-makers shaping the future of enterprise technology, AI adoption, and business innovation. Build strategic partnerships, exchange transformative insights, and explore collaboration opportunities through curated discussions and executive networking sessions.
Strategic Learning
Explore the technologies and strategies redefining enterprise transformation including Agentic AI, intelligent automation, enterprise agility, AI governance, cybersecurity resilience, data ecosystems, cloud modernization, human-AI collaboration, and scalable digital infrastructure through expert-led keynotes, executive panels, and real-world case studies.

Our Digital Transformation Series

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Featured Discussions

From Core to Cognitive: Architecting the Agentic Enterprise

  • Building scalable architectures for agentic AI systems and enterprise orchestration
  • Enabling autonomous workflows through multi-agent collaboration and intelligent automation
  • Embedding governance, trust, security, and compliance into AI ecosystems
  • Exploring the convergence of AI, cybersecurity, and next-generation enterprise systems

Beyond Transformation: Building Enterprises That Can Adapt in Real Time

  • Building agile and resilient enterprises that can respond and evolve in real time
  • Breaking down silos between technology, operations, and business functions
  • Leveraging intelligent systems to enable enterprise adaptability and resilience
  • Preparing organizations for continuous disruption, scalability, and long-term growth

Driving Enterprise Growth: CIO Strategies for Scalable Impact

  • Scaling AI and intelligent automation from pilots to enterprise-wide adoption
  • Redesigning IT operating models for the AI-native enterprise
  • Aligning technology investments with measurable business outcomes and enterprise growth
  • Building agile, secure, and future-ready digital infrastructure

Beyond Pilots: From Experiments to AI-First Enterprises

  • Embedding AI into core business functions and enterprise-wide decision-making
  • Aligning technology, data, and organizational priorities for scalable transformation
  • Moving beyond fragmented experimentation toward operationalized AI strategies
  • Driving measurable business impact through AI-first enterprise models

C-Suite Synergy: Turning Digital and Tech Investments into Measurable Business Value

  • Aligning digital and AI investments with long-term business outcomes
  • Bridging collaboration between CIOs, CTOs, CFOs, and data leaders
  • Defining shared success metrics and transformation roadmaps across the enterprise
  • Balancing innovation, governance, accountability, and measurable ROI

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Advisory Board

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Krishnan Gopi
Group Chief Transformation Officer
Apparel Group
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Dr. Jassim Al Awadhi
Executive Director Head Enterprise Platforms
Emirates NBD

Speakers 2026

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H.E. Najyb Al Maskari
Executive Director
Cybersecurity Operations
Department of Government Enablement
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Fadi Sleiman
Group Chief Digital & Information Technology Officer
Al Bawani Holding
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Samantha Dickinson
Chief Information Officer
Petrofac
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Krishnan Gopi
Group Chief Transformation Officer
Apparel Group
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Dr. Sourish Achharia
Chief Digital and Technology Officer
Jindal Steel
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Douglas Zuzic
Chief Digital Officer
Innovo Group
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Helen Wang
Chief AI and Data Science Officer
Apex Group Ltd
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Thanos Papadimitriou
Chief Information Officer
Intermass Engineering And Contracting
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Dr. Jassim Al Awadhi
Executive Director Head Enterprise Platforms
Emirates NBD
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Dr. Ebrahim Al Alkeem Al Zaabi
National Risk and Policy Director Executive Office of Anti-Money
Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing
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Samit Tibrewala
Chief Information Officer (Sr. Director)
Aujan Coca-Cola Beverages Company (ACCBC)
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Saima Ali
Director of Data & Analytics
OSN
Digital Transformation Summit — Impact Keynote (Joseph Bradley)

From AI Agents to Enterprise Intelligence Infrastructure.

AI is reshaping enterprise transformation, but the real challenge is scaling human judgment, trust, and governance in an autonomous world. In this keynote, Joseph Bradley explores how Enterprise Intelligence Infrastructure (EII) will combine human expertise with AI-driven execution to build future-ready organizations.

Key Takeaways
  • Architect AI-powered infrastructure that anticipates human needs
  • Move from digital programs to cognitive enterprises
  • Lead with Questioneering — the new model for digital decision-making
  • Unlock You2 — redefining human potential in the age of AI
Impact Keynote
Joseph Bradley
Chairman & CEO · Applied Futurist
JMB X · Former CEO, TONOMUS (NEOM)
Joseph Bradley — Chairman & CEO, JMB X. Former CEO TONOMUS (NEOM).

Why Attend?

Our events bring together the latest advancements in digital transformation, AI-driven innovation, intelligent automation, and enterprise technologies shaping the future of business across the region. We connect CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, CISOs, digital leaders, enterprise architects, and technology innovators to explore how organizations can build agile, resilient, and AI-native enterprises in an increasingly dynamic digital economy.

Elevate your professional growth through engaging discussions, expert-led sessions, and collaborative exchanges focused on the future of enterprise transformation, AI adoption, and intelligent business operations.

Gain insights from leading transformation and technology experts as they share real-world strategies, emerging technologies, and practical lessons in scaling digital transformation across modern enterprises.

Connect and collaborate with industry peers to exchange experiences, solve shared business challenges, and shape the future of intelligent enterprise transformation.

Meet one-on-one with global technology providers and innovation partners offering tailored solutions to support your organization’s transformation, infrastructure, AI, and business growth goals.

The Digital Transformation Summit is a high-impact, insight-driven platform designed for senior technology leaders, transformation executives, AI strategists, and business decision-makers driving enterprise innovation, agility, and measurable business value.

Industry Focus

Government & Smart Cities

BFSI & Fintech

Oil, Gas & Energy

Telecommunications

Aviation, Airports & Aerospace

Real Estate & Infrastructure

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Retail & Ecommerce

Hospitality & Tourism

Manufacturing & Industrial Enterprises

Logistics, Ports & Supply Chain

Transportation & Mobility

Education & EdTech

Media, Entertainment & Gaming

Utilities & Sustainability

Investment, Conglomerates & Family Businesses

AI, Cloud & Technology Services

Construction & Engineering

Public Safety & Defense

Food & Beverage / FMCG

Who Should Attend?

  • Chief Information Officer (CIO)
  • Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
  • Chief Digital Officer (CDO)
  • Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
  • Chief Data Officer (CDO)
  • Chief AI Officer
  • Chief Innovation Officer
  • Chief Transformation Officer
  • Chief Data & Analytics Officer
  • Chief Enterprise Architect
  • Digital Advisors – Government Sector
  • AI & Emerging Technology Leaders
  • Directors / VPs / Heads of IT
  • Directors / VPs / Heads of Digital Transformation
  • Directors / VPs / Heads of Technology & Innovation
  • Directors / VPs / Heads of Enterprise Architecture
  • Directors / VPs / Heads of Data & Analytics
  • Directors / VPs / Heads of Cloud & Infrastructure
  • Head of IT Infrastructure
  • Head of IT Operations
  • Head of Enterprise Applications
  • Head of AI & Automation
  • Head of Data Science & Analytics
  • Head of Intelligent Automation / RPA
  • Head of Cloud & Digital Platforms
  • Head of Cybersecurity & Digital Risk
  • Head of Innovation & Emerging Technologies
  • Head of Enterprise Transformation
  • Head of Customer Experience & Digital Strategy

Partners 2026

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Gold Partners

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Silver Partners

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Testimonials

"It was a great experience to see such a diverse group of stakeholders, vendors, and organizational representatives come together, not just to discuss AI and digital transformation, but to actively showcase how they’re implementing it. What stood out most is the strategic, multi-layered approach being taken across different sectors, working in parallel to support the broader country's economy. It’s encouraging to see a continued emphasis on digital innovation while ensuring the human element remains at the heart of it all."
Walid Lotfy
Walid LotfyHead of Data and Senior Economist, Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce
"This event was very insightful. We had the chance to network with major enterprises and clients from international Airways, and leading banks, as well as connect with other companies throughout the event. Over the two days, the energy picked up and it turned into a really engaging experience. We also caught up with some of our existing Zoho partners and explored future opportunities with new connections. Overall, it was engaging, productive and honestly, pretty chill."
ZOHO
Business Solution ConsultantZoho
"I really enjoyed the discussions and the high caliber of attendees at the event. It opened my mind to fresh perspectives and made for a very positive experience overall. One key takeaway for me was the need to further clarify and promote the concept of sovereign cloud, its different levels of sovereignty must be better understood across the ecosystem. Events like this are vital because digital transformation is done by people, for people. They create the space for collaboration, connection, and real progress. Without them, we’d just be stuck in neutral."
H.E. Saleh Hamed
H.E. Saleh HamedExecutive Director – Digital Cloud & Infrastructure Operations Department of Government Enablement, UAE
"It was a wonderful experience participating in the summit. The event brought together insightful and inspiring speakers from across industries, each sharing practical experiences around digital transformation. The networking was especially valuable, I had meaningful conversations around cybersecurity, cost challenges, and emerging technologies. It’s clear that the nation is positioning itself as a global hub for AI and digital leadership, and this summit served as a powerful platform to exchange ideas aligned with that vision. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to stay ahead in the digital space."
Hussein Jaghoub
Hussein JaghoubGroup Director – Technology & Cyber Audit, DP World
"This was a really valuable event for us. It gave us the chance to connect face-to-face with many new prospects, including C-level executives and IT decision-makers, which is always more impactful than virtual meetings. The conversations at our booth were insightful and opened the door to deeper understanding of customer needs across the region. The overall quality of attendees was high, and the atmosphere was both interactive and empowering. Based on the positive experience and ROI, we’re definitely looking forward to the possibility of participating again next year."
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Sales RepresentativeSmartsheet
"Being part of the Summit has been a fantastic experience. We came here to share Adobe’s global expertise in digital transformation, but we're leaving truly inspired by the innovation and creativity emerging from the region. It’s clear that the nation is on an exciting path, and we’re proud to support their bold ambitions. The event was a great platform for meaningful conversations and collaboration. In three words: energized, inspired, and motivated."
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Sales RepresentativeAdobe

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