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The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) partnered with the Sharjah Digital Department for the "Digital Communication Horizons" event. Global tech leaders like Hikvision and Etisalat led workshops on AI and smart solutions. Attendees explored cutting-edge digital products while benefiting from exclusive employee discounts. The event successfully advanced SRTA’s goals for innovation and smart city development.

Key Points: SRTA and Sharjah Digital Host AI Tech Meeting for Smart Transformation

  • SRTA and Sharjah Digital Department hosted AI-focused workshops
  • Global firms like Hikvision and Etisalat showcased smart tech
  • Event aimed at staff upskilling and private-sector collaboration
  • Aligned with World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
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SRTA hosts 'Digital Communication Horizons' to support smart transformation

SRTA's "Digital Communication Horizons" event with Sharjah Digital Department explored AI innovations to boost staff expertise and smart city goals.

"This event strengthens our digital vision and fosters private-sector partnerships for Sharjah's smart future. – Yousif Khamis Al Othmani"

Sharjah, May 23

The Roads and Transport Authority in Sharjah (SRTA) hosted the first tech meeting, "Digital Communication Horizons", on World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) in collaboration with Sharjah Digital Department (SDD), which focused on AI technologies to improve staff tech knowledge and support smart transformation.

Yousif Khamis Al Othmani, Chairman of the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority, and Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Jarwan, Director of the Authority's Transport Affairs, attended the meeting, as did staff and AI-specialised companies, highlighting the event's role in supporting the Authority's digital innovation goals.

The programme featured interactive seminars led by global technology companies. Hikvision kicked off with a workshop on smart gadgets, while Enterprise discussed AI and data services.

An accompanying display featured local and global companies such as Etisalat, Eze Link Telecom, and Hikvision, showcasing innovative digital products with exclusive employee discounts.

The event finished with the recognition of the participating entities. The Authority confirmed the program's success in increasing private-sector collaboration and implementing cutting-edge telecom solutions to meet future smart goals. (ANI/WAM)

- ANI

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Here are 5 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rajesh K.
This is exactly what Indian cities need! Our transport authorities should take inspiration from Sharjah's digital initiatives. Imagine if Delhi Metro or BEST buses had such tech integration. Hope our officials are paying attention 👏
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Priya M.
While this sounds impressive, I wonder about the implementation challenges. In India, we have brilliant tech minds but often struggle with execution at ground level. Maybe we should first focus on basic digital literacy before jumping to AI solutions?
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Amit S.
Great initiative! But UAE has different infrastructure and budgets compared to India. We need customized solutions that work in our chaotic but beautiful cities. Jugaad innovation might be more effective than expensive smart gadgets for Indian conditions.
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Neha P.
The employee discounts on tech products is a smart move! Indian PSUs should adopt this - would motivate staff to upgrade their skills. Though knowing our babus, they'll probably find a way to misuse the scheme 😅
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Vikram J.
Interesting to see Middle East embracing AI in governance. India is making progress too - the Delhi-Meerut RRTS is using similar smart tech. Healthy competition between nations is good for development. More power to digital transformation! 🇮🇳

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