Pioneering Vision 2030: Revolutionizing Saudi Arabia's Digital Infrastructure Landscape
Driving economic diversification by developing digital infrastructures across the nation
Collaborating with global tech companies and research institutions to establish technology hubs and innovation Centres
Forging Partnerships with Academia: Collaborating with universities and research institutions to drive innovation and entrepreneurship in technology
10:15 - 10:30
Embracing Data Compliance and Innovation: National Data Sovereignty and Upholding Data Privacy
Creating comprehensive data protection laws and regulations to safeguard the privacy and security of digital assets
Setting up cybersecurity standards and protocols to protect against cyber threats and breaches
Partnering with international organizations to ensure regulatory frameworks are aligned with global best practices
10:30 - 10:50
Driving Sustainable Growth & Innovation: Strategies for Attracting Foreign Investment to Saudi Arabia's Thriving Technology Sector
Promoting multinational technology companies to establish operations in Saudi Arabia through incentivization
Offering tax incentives, regulatory support, and streamlined procedures for establishing data centres and cloud services
Partnering with industry leaders to create tailored solutions that meet local and regional requirements
10:50 - 11:10
A Cloud-Powered Future for a Digital Saudi Arabia
Balancing Security and Agility: Leveraging cloud computing for enhanced operational efficiency and competitive advantage for governments and organizations
Compliance and Data Residency: Developing a commercial and operational model that aligns with government requirements
Strengthening Cloud Security: Implementing robust measures for a secure digital future
11:10 - 11:50
Panel Discussion
Sustainable and Green Data Centres for a Digital Saudi Arabia
Implementing energy-efficient practices in data centre operations to reduce carbon footprint
Investing in renewable energy sources like solar and wind to power data centres
Promoting sustainable business practices among tech companies and encouraging the adoption of green technologies
11:50 - 12:20
PRAYER BREAK & VISIT TO EXHIBITOR LOUNGE
12:20 - 12:40
Mastering Disaster Recovery and Backup: Building Resilience in a Digital World
Developing a comprehensive disaster recovery plan for maintaining and restoring critical operations in the event of a disaster
Implementing robust backup strategies to ensure data integrity and availability
Testing and validating recovery procedures to ensure that disaster recovery plans and backup processes are effective and that your team is prepared for any eventuality
12:40 - 13:00
Advancing Web 3.0: Shaping a Secure, Transparent, and User-Centric Digital Infrastructure Landscape
Adopting web 3.0 technologies and mechanisms to bolster security within digital infrastructures
Fostering transparency through decentralized ledger technologies to enable immutable records and audit trails that build trust among users and stakeholders
Empowering user-centric experiences where individuals have greater control over their data and digital identities
13:00 - 13:20
Reimagining Data Centre Cooling: Innovations for a Sustainable Future
Redefining the future of liquid cooling for data centres and how thermal management systems are evolving
Datacentre Cooling: Keeping your IT infrastructure more efficient and cooler
Exploring the options for hybrid air/liquid-cooling systems for your datacentres
13:20 - 13:30
Leveraging Cloud Computing for Enhanced Collaboration and Decision-Making
Striking the Balance between Security and Agility: Enhancing operational efficiency as a competitive edge for governments and organizations
Compliance and Data Localization: Developing a commercial and operational framework aligned with government regulations
Enhancing Cloud Security: Implementing robust measures for a secure digital tomorrow
13:30 - 14:30
LUNCH BREAK & VISIT TO EXHIBITOR LOUNGE
14:30 - 15:10
Panel Discussion
Fortifying the Kingdom's Digital Domain: Mitigating Cybersecurity and Cloud Security Risks
Adoption of robust cybersecurity frameworks and importance of continuous threat intelligence and monitoring.
Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems
Utilization of advanced technologies for threat detection and response
15:10 - 15:20
Reengineering Data Architecture: Embracing Cloud-Native Computing while Maintaining Competitive Edge in Dynamic Business Environments
Striking a balance between fostering innovation through cloud-native computing for maintaining stability and reliability of critical business operations
Recognizing the imperative to evolve data architecture towards cloud-native computing for agility and scalability
Leveraging automation and scalability to minimize operational expenses while maximizing the utilization of cloud resources
15:20 - 15:30
Ensuring Maximum Data Centre Uptime and Protecting IT Infrastructure with Essential Power Infrastructure
Boosting Uptime: Implementing redundancy measures to reduce downtime and enhance data centre reliability
Preventing Outages: Using DCIM software to avoid unexpected outages that could lead to significant losses and disrupt business operations
Maintaining Operations: Ensuring continuous operation and protection of critical electronics during power disruptions in large data centres
15:30 - 16:30
CLOSING SPEECH AND VISIT TO EXHIBITOR LOUNGE
09:00 - 10:00
REGISTRATION AND REFRESHMENTS
10:00 -10:15
Reshaping Urban Environments: How Cloud Computing and Data Centres Influence the Future of Cities
Smart Infrastructure Development: Leveraging cloud computing and data centres to build and manage smart city infrastructure
Enhanced Urban Services: Utilizing cloud-based solutions to improve public services such as transportation, healthcare, and utilities
Data-Driven City Management: Employing big data analytics from cloud platforms to optimize city management and decision-making
10:15 - 10:30
Empowering Next-Generation data centres through AI-Powered Infrastructure
AI-Driven Insights: Utilizing AI for data-informed decision-making and improved data security within organizations
Smart Data Management: Examining how AI enhances data centre infrastructure and automation
Future-Proofing IT Operations: How AI is transforming data centre operations and leading to self-driving data centres
10:30 - 10:50
DevSecOps: Embedding Security for Critical Infrastructures and Applications
Integrating Security from the Start: Incorporate security measures throughout the entire development lifecycle, rather than as a final step
Automate Security Practices: Utilize automated tools and processes to continuously monitor and protect infrastructure against vulnerabilities
Foster Collaboration Across Teams: Encourage close collaboration between development, security, and operations teams to ensure a cohesive approach to security
10:50 – 11:10
Ensuring Reliable Power Backup Solutions for Modern Data Centres
Redundancy Planning: Developing effective redundancy plans to ensure uninterrupted operations
Cost Management: Balancing cost-effectiveness with reliability in power backup solutions
Innovative Backup Technologies: Exploring the latest advancements in power backup systems and their implementation in data centres
11:10 – 11:50
Panel Discussion
Fostering Sustainable Development and Nurturing Digital Evolution through Digital Infrastructures
Driving Innovation: Utilizing smart technologies and energy-efficient systems to boost innovation and operational efficiency
Integrating Sustainability: Incorporating eco-friendly practices into digital infrastructure to support sustainability and technological advancement
Building Resilient Systems: Designing scalable and resilient infrastructures to support evolving demands and sustainable development
11:50 - 12:20
PRAYER BREAK & VISIT TO EXHIBITOR LOUNGE
12:20 - 13:00
Panel Discussion
Driving Technological Advancements in the Generative AI Era
Scalability and Futureproofing: Building an infrastructure that grows with your organization
Streamlining Operations: Simplifying management across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments
Sustainability Goals: Leveraging hybrid cloud to support and enhance sustainability initiatives
13:00 - 13:15
Empowering Data Centre Operators with Data Centre Infrastructure Management (DCIM) Applications:
Optimizing Performance: Enhancing capacity planning and performance optimization using DCIM tools and solutions
Addressing CIO Challenges: How modern DCIM solutions tackle management issues in distributed and hybrid IT environments
Proactive Monitoring: Leveraging built-in alert systems to monitor critical infrastructure, DC Operators to proactively address potential failures before they impact users and services
13:15 - 13:30
Unleashing the Power of Edge Data Centres in the Era of Industry 4.0
Evaluating Edge Data Centres: Key considerations and challenges for determining if edge data centres are right for your needs
Driving Digital Innovation: Leveraging edge data centres to enhance digital transformation and gain a competitive edge in a hyper-connected world
High-Impact Use Cases: Identifying sectors and applications poised to benefit significantly from edge data centres
13:30 – 14:30
LUNCH BREAK & VISIT TO EXHIBITOR LOUNGE
*The above is a running agenda and is subject to change