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The Fourth Jordan ICT Forum 2006

The Jordan ICT Forum was held on the 6th and 7th of December 2006, it was organized by the Information Technology Association (INTA@j) & in collaboration of the Union of Arab ICT Associations (IJMA3) ...

  From 06/12/2006 to 07/12/2006
  Place Dead Sea
 
 Article

                                                 Jordan ICT Forum 2006 

 

Amman, Jordan, October 17, 2006—Under the Patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II, the fourth annual Jordan ICT Forum is 'Hosting the Future' at the Dead Sea set to take place on December 6-7, 2006 to bring together thought leaders from the ICT world to review, discuss and exchange knowledge, visions and plans pertaining to investment opportunities to be secured in Jordan and the region.

 

ICT leaders from all over the globe will attend the Forum to compare progress made to date, share lessons learned, and offer potential investors with detailed information about the status of ICT in the region.

 

The first Jordan ICT Forum held in March 2000 saw excellent regional representation and highly successful meetings, which continued through to the following Jordan ICT Forums in 2002 and 2004. Since the REACH initiative was developed in 2000 's ICT sector experienced a number of accomplishments to be proud of: The sector saw a 50 percent year by year growth; the total IT sector revenue is $580 million; and the ICT sector represents a good 7 percent of the GDP.

 This years Forum is a get-together of some of the region’s most acclaimed authorities and senior experts for two days of thorough and insightful cross-regional exchanges on latest developments in the ICT marketplace, gateways to digital networking and means to capitalize on the ICT boom. Some of the major topics to be addressed during the panel sessions include: regional telecom opportunities, outsourcing trends in the Arab world, innovation and entrepreneurship centers in the region, regional media and telecom convergence, and content development for the region.

This Forum is not complete without the help of a few important sponsors, which include Platinum sponsor, Gold sponsors Microsoft and Jordan Telecom, Investment partner Jordan Dubai Capital, Arab Bank as the Silver sponsors, CNBC Arabiya as the official media and press sponsor, ITP and Jordan Business Magazine as the media partners and 3Com as the network partner, in addition to group of local companies as Forum partners.

 

The Jordan ICT Forum is the Kingdom's premier international information and communications technology industry event, held under the patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II.

The Forum brings together over 1,000 regional and international ICT leaders and professionals to compare progress made to date, share lessons learned, and acts as a gateway for international, regional and local ICT leaders to network and explore the myriad of opportunities available in Jordan and across the regional ICT market.

The Jordan ICT Forum is a bi-annual high profile platform that showcases the region's efforts and achievements in developing the local knowledge based economies. The forum has attracted a wide range of prominent speakers and experts in the past and will continue to do so for the years to come. Attached you will find a report that was prepared after the last ICT Forum of 2004 for your reference and case building with the board.

 Keynote Address                                                   Keynote Speaker

                                                            

Edgar Masri                                                              Gerri Elliott

President & Ceo                                                       Corporate Vice President, World Wide

3Com                                                                      Public Sector

Featured Speakers

  Dr. Amr Badawi                                                    Talal Abu-Ghazaleh

                                                              

Dr. Amr Badawi                                                        Talal Abu-Ghazaleh
Chairman & CEO                                                        Executive President
                                                                                     

National Telecom Regulatory                                       Talal Abu GhazalehOrganization

Authority in Egypt                                                                 

 Prof. Pierro Formica                                          Mr. Hakam Kanafani

                                                           

Dean of the International Faculty of                       General Manager

Entrepreneurship Emirates Centre                       Business Development

for Entrepreneurship                                              Oger Telecom

Moderated by

 Scott Shuster

 

The Shuster Group
www.scottshuster.com

 

 

Ø      About the Jordan ICT Forum 2006

 

The two-day event, organized by the Information Technology Association of Jordan- (int@j) and the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (MoICT), will see the participation of ICT leaders from all around the world, representatives of governments and business delegations presenting case studies, proofs of concept and new investment practices and structures that aim to deliver real competitive investment value for the region's ICT growth and economic success.

The Forum addresses critical elements of economic development and reform based around the issues and opportunities of ICT. It also showcases the most successful models and acknowledges outstanding leadership efforts and accomplishments through the workshops which are held during the two days. Leading experts will also discuss vital issues and relay their expertise in different topics.

This is the 4th year the Forum takes place and will include special focus on the developments in the regional ICT industry, which is characterized by dynamic new operators, a wide range of licensing opportunities and leading-edge IT entrepreneurs. Ongoing market liberalization, rapid take-up of the latest technologies and new, emerging markets has all contributed to the growth of ICT in the region.

Jordan’s ICT industry is supported by a highly skilled workforce, modern infrastructure and stringent IP protection, positioning Jordan as the ideal gateway to a rapidly growing regional ICT market
.

 

The major topics to be addressed during the panel sessions comprise of:

  • Regional Telecommunications Opportunities
  • Outsourcing Trends in the Region
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centers in the Region
  • Regional Media and Telecommunications Convergence
  • Content Development for the Region

In addition to feature break-out sessions involving:

  • ICT for Healthcare
  • ICT for Security
  • ICT for Banking
  • ICT for Development
  • E-Business in the Region
  • E-Government in the Region
  • ICT for Learning
  • Financing of Innovation

ICT Agenda:

 

6 – 7 December, 2006
King Hussein Convention Center
Dead Sea, Jordan

Day One: Wednesday 6 December 2006

 

Opening Ceremony:

 

 

7:30 – 9:30 A.M                                     Morning Late Registration (Morning Coffee)

 

Opening Ceremony:

10:00 – 11:00 A.M                                 . Jordan's ICT sector is moving forward towards activating the role of the private sector, after the first phase was secured (creating an enabling environment).

 

 

. On the strategic/political level: the new ICT strateg,

e-readiness report,ICT as the engine of economic growth.

 

. Representing the sector by the leadership and key stakeholders

 

- His Majesty King Abdallah II
- Eng. Omar Al-Kurdi, Minister, Ministry of Information and Communication Technology
- Mustafa Nassereddin, Chairman, Information Technology Association – Jordan (int@j)

 

 

11:00- 12:00 A.M.                       . Showcasing partnership between local ICT companies &                                                       leading international ICT investors.

                                               

                                                 . Booths for sponsor companies and 15 int@j members.

12:00 – 1:30     

 

o        State of telecom competition and opportunities in the Arab World

o        Jordan opportunities and updates: regulation, liberalization, investors

o        Last Mile Alternatives: Wi-Fi and Wi-Max, VoIP and other technologies that promise to revolutionize the economics of low-cost last-mile connectivity (internet penetration).

o         Mergers and Acquisitions towards consolidation

 

 

1:30 – 3:00                                            Lunch Break

 

Break-Out Sessions:                              1. ICT For HealthCare

3:00 – 4:30                                            2. E-government in the Region    

 

- Amr Hweidi, Senior Manager, Public Sector Applications MENA Region, Oracle Corporation
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Eng. Sameh Bedair, E-Government Project Director, Egypt e-Government
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Salem Khamis Al-Shair Director, Dubai eGovernment
-
Hasan Hourani, E-Government Director, Ministry of Information and Communications Technology.

                                                            3. ICT for Banking

- Mohamed Al Khatib CEO, InnoKat
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Michael Wakileh, CEO, ProgressSoft
-
Omar Agha, Global Chief Information Officer, Arab Bank

                                                               

                                                            4. ICT for Security

- Imad Malhas, CEO, Iris Guard

 

4:30 – 5:00                                            Coffee Break & Networking

 

Panel Session II:                             Outsourcing Trends in the Arab world
5:00 – 6:30

 

  • Offshore and Near-shore outsourcing: regional and international models (Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Czech Republic, India and Ireland).
  • Jordan's efforts in attracting outsourcing business in the public and private sector.

 

- Dr. Claude Biegel (Video Conferencing) Chief Operating Officer, DHL Express Germany and Managing Director DHL Express Central Europe
- Jamal BenHamou, CEO, APEBI
- Kaushal Shah, CEO, Aspire Services
- H.E. Omar Al-Kurdi, Minister, Ministry of Information and Communications Technology

 

8:00 p.m Onwards                                 Gala Dinner

Day Two: Thursday 7 December 2006

8:15 – 9:00                                            (Morning Coffee)

 

Panel Session III:                                 Regional Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centers

9:00 – 10:30                 

 

  • Does the region foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship?
  • Regional business incubators, innovation parks, R&D and entrepreneurship will be featured
  • Value Creation in the Arab world
  • Role of regulatory frameworks: IP laws in Jordan and the region
  • Celebrating Success by showcasing talents (outstanding ICT students

-          Dr. Piero Formica Dean of International Faculty of Economics, Emirates Center for Entrepreneurship

-          Maroun Chammas, President, Berytech Technological Pole

-          Laith Al-Qasem, CEO, Arabian Business Consultants for Development

-          Prof. Dr. August-Wilhem Scheer, Consultant Professor, German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI)

 

10:30 – 11:00                                        Coffee Break & Networking

 

Panel Session IV:                                Regional Media and Telecom Convergence

11:00- 12:30

  • Mobile TV
  • IPTV
  • Triple-Play: myth or reality in the Middle-east?
  • Is regulatory convergence needed?
  • What are the benefits of regulatory convergence?

-          Hakam Kanafani GM North Africa, OGER Telecom

-           Wael Diab Director of Marketing, Broadcom

-           Mohsen Malaki, Research & Consulting Director Communications Group, IDC CEMA (Emerging Markets)

 

Workshop Sessions:                       E-business in the Region

 

- Salaheddin Chebarao GM, Neel & Furat
- Iyad Kamal, VP Vice President - Logistics & Ground Services, Aramex International Courier

 

  • ICT for Learning

-          Walid Tahabsem, CEO, Integrated Technology Group (ITG)

-           Randa Ayoubi, CEO, Rubicon   

  • ICT for Development

-          Jamal BenHamou, CEO, APEBI

-          Tania Jordan, CEO, Netcorps Jordan

-          Mohammad N. Fouad, Board Member, Eitesal

-          Laith Al-Qasem, CEO, Arabian Business Consultants for Development

 

  • Financing of Innovation

 

2:00 – 3:30                                            Lunch Break

Panel Session V:                                 Content Development for the Region

3:30– 5:00                                

  • Internet and mobile penetration in the Arab world is growing offering opportunities for content providers.
  • The demographics are predominantly young consumers with varied levels of disposable income.
  • This session brings together content creators, platform owners and vendors to investigate what makes for compelling content and how to ensure access to it.

 

-          Radwan Kasmiya, C.E.O, Afkarmedia

-          Suhail Calis, CEO, Tocali

-          Bashar Dahabreh, CEO, Info2Cell

 

5:00 – 5:30                                            Coffee Break & Networking

5:30 – 6:30                                            Closing Session

 

  • This session will feature a number of key-note addresses that summarize the findings of this two-day conference, and affirm a number of actions and recommendations that need to be implemented to realize regional alliance and unity.

- Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, Chairman & CEO, Talal Abu Ghazaleh Organization ( TAGorg ) and H.E. José Maria Figueres Olsen, Ex-President of Costa Rica.

 

 Registration
Registration will commence on December 4th, 2006 and will be open all day . Registration will re-open on December 5th , 2006 from 8:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center.


 

 Language

The Forum sessions will be conducted mostly in English; simultaneous translation into Arabic will be available in the main hall.


 

 Hotel Room Reservation

Preferential room rates have been secured at the Movenpick resort & Spa Dead Sea, Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea, and Four Seasons Hotel Amman.


 

 Visa Requirements for Entry

Participants are advised to contact the Jordanian Embassy in their countries to inquire about visa requirements. A valid passport with a minimum of 3 months validity is mandatory.
In order to facilitate acquiring a visa, the Forum management team will be working closely with the authorities at the airport in Jordan. The Forum management team will also take care of visa issuing fee’s thereof.

 

 Flight Reservations & Confirmations
Please find attached a discount letter to be presented to Royal Jordanian offices when booking tickets. Flights need to be re-confirmed 72 hours before departure. A flight re-confirmation booth will be available at the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center throughout the Forum for assisting with flight reservations and confirmations.

 

 Airport Transportation

Airport transfers are available and will be scheduled for each participant once travel itinerary is confirmed. All Forum cars will be labeled with Forum name.


 

 Dress Code

Reception – Smart/Casual
Opening Ceremony – Smart/Casual
Forum Sessions – Smart/Casual
Gala Dinners – Smart/Casual
Tourist Trips – Casual Clothing, comfortable walking shoes, hats and a shawl for night visits.

 

 Telephone/ Fax / Internet & Mail Services

There is a fully-equipped business center at each Hotel, as well as at the Forum Venue.

 

Invitation Letter from Int@j

 

Dear IJMA3 Member,

 

 

I would like to take this opportunity to cordially invite you to attend all the sessions at the Jordan ICT Forum from December 6-7, 2006 held under the Patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II at the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center-Dead Sea.

 

This year's Forum is the ideal gateway to a growing regional ICT (Information & Communication Technology) industry and the ideal destination for investments in the Regional ICT sector. The Forum is expecting over 1000 delegates at the Dead Sea for two days of thorough and insightful cross-regional exchanges on latest developments in the ICT marketplace, gateways to digital networking and means to capitalize on the ICT boom.

  

Kindly complete the attached registration form and fax it to Mr. Ousama Issa at fax: +962 (6) 4611018 or email: ousama@ijordan.org. Moreover, you can register online: www.jordanictforum.com.  

 

Please note that the ICT Forum team is here to assist you and we encourage you to contact us for any of your requirements.

 

On behalf of the int@j Board of Directors, it is my sincere pleasure to welcome you to the fourth installment of the Jordan ICT Forum 2006.

 

Mustafa Nasereddin

Chairman, Information Technology Association - Jordan

Jordan ICT Forum 2006

 

Click here for the Registration Form

 



     
     
 


 
 
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