Technology Leaders Discuss Enhancing Digital Governance in Higher Education
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During a Session at Cairo ICT 2024
Leaders from the technology and education sectors gathered to discuss the pivotal role of digital transformation in modernizing higher education governance and ensuring sustainability.
Session Title: Digital Transformation in Higher Education: Developing Governance and Enhancing Sustainability.
The session was held as part of the 28th edition of Cairo ICT 2024, the leading technology exhibition and conference in the Middle East and Africa. Organized under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the event runs from November 17 to 20, 2024, at the Egypt International Exhibition Center. It operates under the sponsorship of Dr. Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, and is orchestrated by Trade Fairs International and United Media Services Company. The theme of this year’s event, “The Next Wave”, emphasizes the latest technological advancements, trends, and their role in reshaping industries, economies, and societies.
Key Takeaways from the Session
The Role of Digital Governance in Higher Education
Dr. Sherif Keshk, Assistant Minister of Higher Education for Smart Governance, opened the discussion by stating that 70% of digital transformation projects in Egypt fail due to poor planning.
He emphasized the role of digital transformation in improving governance by enhancing transparency, facilitating access to information, promoting smart learning, and improving the efficiency of remote education.
Dr. Keshk highlighted examples such as e-learning platforms and digitized government services (e.g., tax payments and document issuance), which help reduce waste, prevent bureaucracy, and curb administrative corruption.
Cybersecurity as a Foundation for Success
Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hafez, Vice President of the National Telecom Regulatory Authority for Cybersecurity, stressed that cybersecurity measures must precede the adoption of any new technology.
He noted that significant national projects in Egypt now incorporate strict cybersecurity protocols, emphasizing the importance of shifting cultural perceptions around cybersecurity.
Dr. Abdel Hafez warned about the inevitability of large-scale cyberattacks every decade, using Microsoft’s recent challenges as an example, and urged institutions to prioritize comprehensive training, preparation, and adherence to cybersecurity frameworks.
Challenges in University Transformation
Dr. Haitham Hamza, Professor of IT at Cairo University, discussed the slow pace of institutional change in universities. He emphasized the need for investments across four areas:
Organizational Structure: Aligning regulations with required changes.
Technology Utilization: Upgrading and repurposing existing tools.
Stakeholder Partnerships: Ensuring all partners understand and embrace technological advancements.
Operational Processes: Streamlining procedures to facilitate transformation.
Sponsors and Partners
The event is proudly supported by:
Dell Technologies, eFinance Group, CIB Egypt, Huawei, Orange Egypt, EgyptAir, Telecom Egypt, Mastercard, ITIDA, and Fortinet.
Additional sponsors include e& Enterprise, Benya Group, Khazna, Scishield, Shaker Group, ICT Misr, IoT Misr, Network International, Cassava Technologies, and Egypt Trust.
During a Session at Cairo ICT 2024
Leaders from the technology and education sectors gathered to discuss the pivotal role of digital transformation in modernizing higher education governance and ensuring sustainability.
Session Title: Digital Transformation in Higher Education: Developing Governance and Enhancing Sustainability.
The session was held as part of the 28th edition of Cairo ICT 2024, the leading technology exhibition and conference in the Middle East and Africa. Organized under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the event runs from November 17 to 20, 2024, at the Egypt International Exhibition Center. It operates under the sponsorship of Dr. Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, and is orchestrated by Trade Fairs International and United Media Services Company. The theme of this year’s event, “The Next Wave”, emphasizes the latest technological advancements, trends, and their role in reshaping industries, economies, and societies.
Key Takeaways from the Session
The Role of Digital Governance in Higher Education
Dr. Sherif Keshk, Assistant Minister of Higher Education for Smart Governance, opened the discussion by stating that 70% of digital transformation projects in Egypt fail due to poor planning.
He emphasized the role of digital transformation in improving governance by enhancing transparency, facilitating access to information, promoting smart learning, and improving the efficiency of remote education.
Dr. Keshk highlighted examples such as e-learning platforms and digitized government services (e.g., tax payments and document issuance), which help reduce waste, prevent bureaucracy, and curb administrative corruption.
Cybersecurity as a Foundation for Success
Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hafez, Vice President of the National Telecom Regulatory Authority for Cybersecurity, stressed that cybersecurity measures must precede the adoption of any new technology.
He noted that significant national projects in Egypt now incorporate strict cybersecurity protocols, emphasizing the importance of shifting cultural perceptions around cybersecurity.
Dr. Abdel Hafez warned about the inevitability of large-scale cyberattacks every decade, using Microsoft’s recent challenges as an example, and urged institutions to prioritize comprehensive training, preparation, and adherence to cybersecurity frameworks.
Challenges in University Transformation
Dr. Haitham Hamza, Professor of IT at Cairo University, discussed the slow pace of institutional change in universities. He emphasized the need for investments across four areas:
Organizational Structure: Aligning regulations with required changes.
Technology Utilization: Upgrading and repurposing existing tools.
Stakeholder Partnerships: Ensuring all partners understand and embrace technological advancements.
Operational Processes: Streamlining procedures to facilitate transformation.
Sponsors and Partners
The event is proudly supported by:
Dell Technologies, eFinance Group, CIB Egypt, Huawei, Orange Egypt, EgyptAir, Telecom Egypt, Mastercard, ITIDA, and Fortinet.
Additional sponsors include e& Enterprise, Benya Group, Khazna, Scishield, Shaker Group, ICT Misr, IoT Misr, Network International, Cassava Technologies, and Egypt Trust.
During a Session at Cairo ICT 2024
Leaders from the technology and education sectors gathered to discuss the pivotal role of digital transformation in modernizing higher education governance and ensuring sustainability.
Session Title: Digital Transformation in Higher Education: Developing Governance and Enhancing Sustainability.
The session was held as part of the 28th edition of Cairo ICT 2024, the leading technology exhibition and conference in the Middle East and Africa. Organized under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the event runs from November 17 to 20, 2024, at the Egypt International Exhibition Center. It operates under the sponsorship of Dr. Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, and is orchestrated by Trade Fairs International and United Media Services Company. The theme of this year’s event, “The Next Wave”, emphasizes the latest technological advancements, trends, and their role in reshaping industries, economies, and societies.
Key Takeaways from the Session
The Role of Digital Governance in Higher Education
Dr. Sherif Keshk, Assistant Minister of Higher Education for Smart Governance, opened the discussion by stating that 70% of digital transformation projects in Egypt fail due to poor planning.
He emphasized the role of digital transformation in improving governance by enhancing transparency, facilitating access to information, promoting smart learning, and improving the efficiency of remote education.
Dr. Keshk highlighted examples such as e-learning platforms and digitized government services (e.g., tax payments and document issuance), which help reduce waste, prevent bureaucracy, and curb administrative corruption.
Cybersecurity as a Foundation for Success
Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hafez, Vice President of the National Telecom Regulatory Authority for Cybersecurity, stressed that cybersecurity measures must precede the adoption of any new technology.
He noted that significant national projects in Egypt now incorporate strict cybersecurity protocols, emphasizing the importance of shifting cultural perceptions around cybersecurity.
Dr. Abdel Hafez warned about the inevitability of large-scale cyberattacks every decade, using Microsoft’s recent challenges as an example, and urged institutions to prioritize comprehensive training, preparation, and adherence to cybersecurity frameworks.
Challenges in University Transformation
Dr. Haitham Hamza, Professor of IT at Cairo University, discussed the slow pace of institutional change in universities. He emphasized the need for investments across four areas:
Organizational Structure: Aligning regulations with required changes.
Technology Utilization: Upgrading and repurposing existing tools.
Stakeholder Partnerships: Ensuring all partners understand and embrace technological advancements.
Operational Processes: Streamlining procedures to facilitate transformation.
Sponsors and Partners
The event is proudly supported by:
Dell Technologies, eFinance Group, CIB Egypt, Huawei, Orange Egypt, EgyptAir, Telecom Egypt, Mastercard, ITIDA, and Fortinet.
Additional sponsors include e& Enterprise, Benya Group, Khazna, Scishield, Shaker Group, ICT Misr, IoT Misr, Network International, Cassava Technologies, and Egypt Trust.
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