Digital Innovation Forum 2025
Gulf Consultations and Services (GCS), in collaboration with Detecon Consulting (Deutsche Telekom Consulting, Germany), successfully hosted the Digital Innovation Forum 2025 on May 6–7, 2025, at Novotel Muscat. The event was held under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Ali bin Amer Al Shidhani, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) for Communication & Information Technology.
This distinguished forum convened senior representatives from Omani ministries, private sector leaders, and international experts, creating a high-level platform to exchange knowledge and insights on the future of digital transformation. Key discussion areas included:
- Innovation management and business strategy
- Smart-X and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications
- Cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity
- Cognitive cities and sustainable digital ecosystems
Through insightful keynote addresses, expert-led panel discussions, and strategic networking opportunities, the forum emphasized the vital role of innovation in achieving the ambitions of Oman Vision 2040 and advancing a digitally empowered future for the Sultanate.
We extend our deepest appreciation to Detecon Consulting (Germany) for their partnership and to all participants whose contributions made the Digital Innovation Forum 2025 a resounding success.
Forum Discussion Topics
Innovation Management
Prepared the next wave of disruptive trends to help organizations stay ahead of the curve.
Application fields: #GamechangingDevelopments #TrendRadar #FutureScenarios #InnovationStrategy #HumanCenteredDesign
Business & Digital Strategy
Navigated the digital landscape through strategy development and value creation in a digital world.
Application fields: #DigitalStrategy #BusinessModels #BusinessEcosystems
Hyper-connectivity & IoT
Explored how IoT, 5G, and the Metaverse enabled innovative use cases.
Application fields: #IoT #5G #EdgeComputing #Metaverse #UseCase
Cognitive Cities
Addressed the growing pressures on cities and demonstrated why “SMART” was no longer enough.
Application fields: #SmartCityChallenges #CognitiveCityGameChanger #CognitiveCityFramework #CognitiveCityUseCases #BestPractices
Data & Applied AI
Showcased how organizations empowered themselves by exploiting the potential of AI built on a reliable data foundation.
Application fields: #DataManagement #DataGovernance #Ethics #AINavigator #AIReadinessAssessment #AI
Infrastructure & Cloud Transformation
Highlighted how robust infrastructure served as the foundation of digital transformation and empowered businesses.
Application fields: #CloudComputing #ITInfrastructure #Automation #Scalability #Resilience
Featured Experts
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Steffen Kuhn
Head of Digital Innovation, Research & Engineering Center
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Dan Dimitriu
Strategic Advisor – Cognitive Cities & Urban Innovation
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Christian Maasam
Head of Hyperconnectivity and Digital Infrastructure Programs
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Mark Grober
Strategic Lead – Cybersecurity & Digital Resilience