SUMMIT AGENDA - DAY ONE

Registration

Opening Remarks by Summit Chair

Accelerating Digital Transformation and IIoT Adoption in Saudi Arabia

• Evaluating the current state of automation across the industrial landscape in kingdom and GCC
• The role of Vision 2030 as the primary catalyst for IIoT development in Saudi Arabia
• Leveraging Non-terrestrial Networks (NTNs) and 5G for scaling automation and end-to-end digitisation
• The need for standardisation and building a robust infrastructure for IIoT enablement and a successful digital transformation journey

From Vision to Value: Saudi Arabia and the GCC's Roadmap to Industry 4.0

• How are Saudi Arabia and the GCC countries approaching Industry 4.0 transformation?
• How to secure buy-in business and technical leadership during roll out of digital initiatives?
• Understanding the real-world applications, lessons learned, and overcoming challenges
• What are the top strategies for integrating IIoT and IA into existing business processes?
• How do you measure success in IIOT and IA projects and what are the KPIs?

Dr Jassim Haji

President

International Group of AI & AI Society

Ali Hummadi

Executive Director, Digitalization

ARASCO

Shanvaz Mohammed

Chief Technology Officer

AJEX Logistics

Filip Nekvinda

Chief Information & Digital Officer

ALJ

How Collaborative Robots (Cobots) are Redefining Manufacturing and Logistics in the GCC

Networking Break

Infrastructure Readiness in Saudi Arabia: The Role of 5G and Vision 2030 in Enabling Industrial Growth & Digital Transformation

Majed Alfaraj

General Manager, Supply Chain

Saudi Chemical Company

Saudi’s Digital Twin Ecosystem: The Cornerstone for the Kingdom’s IIoT-enabled industrial Future

Prayer Break & Lunch

Using the SIRI Index as a Governance Framework for Smart Factory Transformation

• How SIRI aligns with national goals, and supports decision-making
• Identifying gaps in connectivity and data capabilities for precise IIoT deployment
• Driving tangible ROI while building Industry 4.0 maturity systematically

Khaled Zedan

Head of Operations

Alesayi Beverages Company

Achieving Measurable Results through Digital Transformation in Industry: Real-World Applications

• Digital transformation and the lessons learned from real-world experiences
• Aligning IIoT and intelligent automation initiatives with clear ROI metrics & KPIs
• Translating data insights from connected systems into measurable business value
• Measuring impact, achieving tangible results and ensuring continuous improvement

Younes Al Shaikh

Production Director

Al Watania For Industries

Harnessing Edge Computing and Cloud Platforms for an Agile and Scalable Ecosystem

• Reducing latency and downtime through edge-based analytics and real-time data from IIoT devices
• Integrating AI and IIoT platforms with cloud infrastructure to build a connected, scalable industrial ecosystem
• Enhancing operational agility by synchronising data across machines, assets, and enterprise systems in real time
• Enabling seamless global collaboration through connected operations for faster strategic decision-making
• Leveraging generative AI at the edge to enhance operational safety, efficiency, and sustainability

Leveraging Robust and Resilient Critical Communications for a Reliable, Safe, Secure and Real-Time Data Exchange

Securing the Kingdom’s Industrial Future: OT Security Strategies for IIoT & Intelligent Automation in Saudi Arabia

• Lessons from successful OT security integrations in large-scale industrial IoT deployments
• Analysing the emerging OT compliance frameworks, regulatory landscape, and guidelines
• Designing secure network segmentation strategies for industrial environments for operational efficiency
• Maintaining operational continuity in critical sectors through real-time threat detection and response mechanisms for industrial control systems

Prayer Break & Coffee

Convergence of IT-OT Security : Securing Interconnected IT-OT Environments in IIoT and Industry 4.0 Deployments

• Bridging IT and OT throughintelligent automation, digital twins, and secure system integration
• Leveraging NLP and Co-bots for improved human collaboration and enhanced productivity
• Securing connected assetsand IIoT networks without compromising real-time responsiveness
• Future-proofing operationsagainst data breaches and other cyber threats in the AI era
• Balancing innovation withgovernance, risk mitigation, and long-term resilience

Bilal Rao

Head of IT & OT Cybersecurity

RKH Qitarat

Gigi Mathew Thomas

Group Director – IT & Digital Transformation

Ittihad International Investment

Wissam Al Adany

Group Chief Information Officer

ADES Arabia Holding

Tamer Hamed

Chief Information Officer

Dubai Cable Company

Closing Remarks by Summit Chair and End of Day One