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– BitDepth#1494 Mark Lyndersay Last week’s column was described by a reader as "uncharitable." Which is correct, in a strict reading of its intent. It offered no gifts and cut no slack. The national effort to effect tangible digital transformation is critically important and merits continuous evaluation. While blunt assessment has its place, so too does unsolicited advice. The plans of the Ministry of Digital Transformation (MDT) are neither misguided nor inappropriate, but its ambitions so robustly exceed our lived reality that a clearer effort to harness strategy to more clearly stated tactics is needed. Leadership Hassel Bacchus is the Digital Transformation Minister, but the government is led by the Prime Minister and, in some shadow role, the prime minister-in-waiting. Bacchus is guided by collective consensus, so if the goals of the government must be set by the PM and the PM-i-w, the compass there has not been clearly set to a digital future. To be fair, digital is a tough conceptual sell for politicians. Launches of things on screens aren’t terribly exciting and digital ribbon cuttings are inevitably a farce. Greater state efficiency is also the nemesis of political patronage. It demands a more refined skillset from public […]

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Doha, Qatar: The Supreme Judiciary Council is preparing a five-year digital transformation strategy (2025-2030) as part of its efforts to automate the judicial system, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the national initiative to develop justice systems. This initiative aims to build an advanced national judicial system, achieve prompt justice, and strengthen the principle of the rule of law. In a statement issued yesterday, the Supreme Judiciary Council explained that the strategy will address the requirements of the next stage and serve as a roadmap for future technical projects. It continues the achievements made by the Council during the 2019-2024 judicial seasons, during which the e-justice sector saw further development and modernisation. This includes the launch of 70 electronic services for litigants through the electronic courts portal, as well as 35 services via the mobile application. These services serve as an interface for the electronic judicial system, enabling lawyers, experts, and individuals to interact with the judiciary. They facilitate communicate through the electronic platform for holding trials, issuing judicial notices and announcements to the national addresses, exchanging memoranda electronically, depositing expert reports, receiving judgments, submitting requests, and obtaining decisions. In this context, Assistant Undersecretary for the Office […]

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North Forty News Support Northern Colorado Journalism Show your support for North Forty News by helping us produce more content. It’s a kind and simple gesture that will help us continue to bring more content to you. BONUS – Donors get a link in their receipt to sign up for our once-per-week instant text messaging alert. Get your e-copy of North Forty News the moment it is released! Click to Donate In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, digital transformation is no longer a luxury—it is a necessity. Organizations across industries are embracing digital tools and processes to stay competitive, improve operational efficiency, and deliver better customer experiences. However, embarking on a digital transformation journey without a well-aligned strategy can lead to disjointed efforts and wasted resources. Aligning business goals with technology is the cornerstone of a successful transformation. Crafting an effective strategy involves understanding the organization’s vision and the role technology plays in achieving that vision. Leaders must evaluate their current technological landscape, identify gaps, and determine which innovations will drive value. Without this alignment, digital transformation risks becoming a fragmented endeavor rather than a cohesive strategy for growth and resilience. The stakes are high, but so […]

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Zambia prepares to launch an open-source eKYC system using MOSIP, marking a significant step in its digital transformation journey. Zambia is set to launch an open-source Electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) system, powered by the Modular Open-Source Identity Platform (MOSIP). This initiative underscores Zambia’s commitment to digital transformation and overcoming barriers to modernizing public infrastructure. Despite challenges like limited funding and reliance on vendor-locked solutions, Zambia has achieved remarkable progress with the support of the Centre for Digital Public Infrastructure (CDPI) and Co-Develop. The SMART Zambia Institute, under the leadership of National Coordinator Percy Chinyama, has played a pivotal role in ensuring coordinated government efforts toward the project’s success.

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Close-up photo of a female doctor measuring the foot of a newborn baby in the hospital’s examination room. Image used for illustrative purpose. Getty Images Getty Images Bahrain – The digital transformation of the Births and Deaths System is now complete to meet citizens’ needs and contribute to sustainable development goals under the Government Plan (2023-2026), according to a top official. This was announced yesterday by the Information and eGovernment Authority which has partnered with the Health Ministry and other entities to provide the above eServices now available through electronic channels, including the Bahrain national portal, bahrain.bh. “This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of birth and death registration by electronically integrating relevant entities and databases, digitising processes to improve government services for citizens and residents in line with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030,” said an iGA statement. iGA chief executive Mohammed Al Qaed highlighted that the digital transformation of the Births and Deaths System marks a significant achievement in Bahrain’s digital progress. He also underlined the support of Interior Minister and Ministerial Committee for Information and Communication Technology (MCICT) chairman General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa to the national projects led by the authority, particularly those related to […]

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New Delhi: MedLern and NATHEALTH have introduced the Digital Health Master Class (DHMC), a workshop series aimed at encouraging the adoption of digital technology in hospitals across India. The program, developed by the Koita Foundation and PwC, will begin in cities like Hyderabad, Indore, Raipur, and Nagpur, eventually expanding to over 50 locations. The course will empower leaders to make strategic digital decisions that help make hospital operations efficient, enhance patient care, achieve growth ambitions and improve financial performance. The workshop series comprehensively addresses essential aspects of digital transformation in healthcare, including an introduction to cutting-edge digital health technologies and their applications, strategic insights into how digital adoption can drive healthcare transformation, practical guidance for initiating digital health implementation, and effective leadership strategies for ensuring successful and seamless digital transformation. Deepak Sharma, Co-Founder & CEO of MedLern, said: “The benefits of digital are usually long term and there is inadequate information – leading to risk apprehensions. The comprehensive program will also offer ongoing support for accessing resources and tools to help hospital leaders successfully realize their digital strategies.” By adopting platforms such as HMIS, EMR, telemedicine, patient portals, physician portals etc. hospitals can drive operational efficiency while reducing costs, […]

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In-Memory Computing Market " Accelerating CAGR of 24.0% Propels In-Memory Computing Market Towards $76.81 billion Valuation by 2029 What Is The Projected Market Size Of The Global In-Memory Computing Market And Its Growth Rate? The in-memory computing market is poised to achieve significant growth: •Historical Growth (2024-2025): From $27.11 billion to $32.45 billion (19.7% CAGR) •Forecasted Growth (2025-2029): Expected to reach $76.81 billion (24.0% CAGR) This growth is propelled by factors such as increased data volumes, digital transformation initiatives, cybersecurity needs, real-time insights, expansion of cloud-based solutions, and database performance optimization. What Is Driving The Growth In The In-Memory Computing Market? The in-memory computing market’s growth is expected to surge due to the increased data volumes across various industries. The rise in data volumes from IT users and the growing migration of data to cloud-based solutions are propelling the demand for in-memory computing. This technology permits data to be processed and stored in RAM across a cluster of computers in a shortened time duration, thereby enabling efficient data management. For instance, in 2021, the total data generated worldwide was a whopping 79 zettabytes, and projections for 2025 amount to an anticipated yield of 150 zettabytes. Hence, the increased data […]

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Organizations that cultivate robust partnerships between their technology leaders and financial leaders are positioning themselves for significant success in their digital transformation journey. Gartner highlights that when chief information officers (CIOs) and chief financial officers (CFOs) collaborate effectively to assess and highlight the value of digital investments, organizations "are more than twice as likely to meet or exceed the expected outcomes from these investments." This partnership extends beyond the co-delivery of digital transformation projects or finance applications; it focuses on collaboratively creating a framework for measuring and communicating both the quantifiable and qualitative benefits of technology investments. Through collaboration in defining key performance indicators, evaluating risks and aligning digital initiatives with broader business strategy, CIOs and CFOs can ensure that technology investments deliver significant business value. However, achieving this level of CIO-CFO partnership presents distinct challenges, necessitating a shift in traditional roles and mindsets to fully realize the benefits of digital transformation. CIOs must collaborate closely with their chief experience officer counterparts, to ensure strategic alignment and drive user adoption of new technologies . However, this is just one important partnership—CIOs must also work strategically alongside the CFO to maximize the ROI from technology spending. Gartner reports that fewer […]

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Oluwafiropo Tobi Ogundare, Red Hat regional sales lead for West Africa and Mauritius. Data centres have evolved into a force that facilitates digital transformation, while also supporting cloud services across West Africa. This is according to Oluwafiropo Tobi Ogundare, Red Hat regional sales lead for West Africa and Mauritius, who said data centres also play a major role in satisfying data sovereignty concerns, and assisting governments and regulators in ensuring all regulatory frameworks and legal standards are followed. In a recent interview with ITWeb Africa, Ogundare stated that data centres promote technological innovation in the region. The discussion with ITWeb Africa focused on emerging trends driving digital transformation in West Africa, specifically in finance, telecommunications and energy. The interview covered how businesses can leverage open source technologies to drive growth and improve operational efficiency, as well as how cloud computing, automation and cyber security will shape the future of digital business. On data centres, he commented: “You can see in the cities and regions where operators are building new infrastructure, digital transformation is taking place and those regions serve as innovation hubs, providing benefits such as local economic growth and job creation. “It also enables West Africa to embrace […]

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10th Meeting of Arab Finance Ministries’ Deputies. Image Courtesy: UAE Ministry of Finance Evaluating the impact of fiscal policies on economic growth in the Arab region Exploring energy subsidy experiences, challenges, and lessons learnt from successful reforms The two-day meeting features 7 panel discussions and presentations on the transfer of financial and economic experiences among Arab countries Younis Haji AlKhoori: The meeting discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between Arab countries in financial policies and develop joint strategies to address global economic challenges Abu Dhabi: Arab deputy finance ministers met today in Abu Dhabi to discuss financial policies, digital transformation in public finance, as well as the adoption of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, and the impact of financial policies on economic growth in the region. The discussions also touched on energy subsidy reforms in Arab countries, focusing on challenges and lessons learnt. Organised by the Arab Monetary Fund, the meeting was attended by H.E. Fahad M. Alturki, Ph.D. Director General and Chairman of the Board of the Arab Monetary Fund, as well as deputy finance ministers, experts from the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Senior Emirati officials attended, […]

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