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1 تحت رعاية سعادة المهندس كمال بن أحمد محمد وزير المواصلات و ا تصالات Under the Patronage of H.E Eng.Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, The Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications JOIN THE 7TH EDITION OF THE LEADING ICT EVENT IN BAHRAIN 7th - 9th February 2017 Gulf Convention Centre Gulf Hotel, Kingdom of Bahrain SMART WORLD THROUGH DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION HELD IN PARALLEL WITH CONNECT WITH US BITEXBahrain MeetICTBahrain WORKSMARTEVENTS STRATEGIC PARTNER STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGY PARTNER DIAMOND SPONSOR OFFICIAL TELECOM PARTNER STRATEGIC ICT PARTNER DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION PARTNER BRONZE SPONSOR INTERNATIONL MEDIA PARTNER TRAINING PARTNER AFFILIATED PARTNERS ORGANIZERS GULF FUTURE BUSINESS your professional business events partner

2 Messages BTECH s Message Digital transformation is a new engine for economy growth, and it will also empower the innovation of other industries. According to forecasts, by 2025 there will be four billion new broadband users, more than 100 billion things will be digitally connected, and every person s consumption of data will increase more than 500-fold. What does all that mean? It means imagining the world differently because we must, and because we can. Ubaydli Ubaydli Chairman We in BTECH work hard with other related governmental, and non-governmental, entities, together with ICT companies to make the kingdom of Bahrain ready for this wave of digital transformation. To achieve such goals, BTECH: BTECH Bahrain Technology Companies Society - Sees the ICT sector as playing a central role in this digital transformation of Bahrain. - Utilizes ICTs to attain developed country status by This will involve growth of the ICT sector and the application of ICT in all sectors and at all levels to achieve rapid and sustained development. For us in MEET ICT & BITEX, while we observe this phenomena, and insist to make the Middle East countries part of it, realize the challenges hindering the world to properly meet its objectives. We look forward to be an integral element of this digital transformation which will make our world not only different, but also prosperous. Looking forward to meeting you in the coming MEET ICT & BITEX 2017 Organizer s Message Businesses have always made changes. This may be as a result of changes in the marketplace or changes in capabilities. When transformation is in progress everyone has an opinion on what should be created, how it should be built, and even whether it should exist at all. Ahmed Alhujairy Group CEO Worksmart for Events Management MEETICT and BITEX this year will explore what are the essential steps required to bring a traditional business on the road of a digital business transformation. The organizing committee of MEET ICT and BITEX has put all their efforts to ensure that this year s event is organized with the right activities and programs that would meet the growth of the ICT industry has seen in the recent years in the region. The event will host delegates and speakers from over 30 countries and it will be the best place to gain information about the latest ICT trends and development in the Middle East. MEET ICT Conference themed Smart World through Digital Transformation which is the most hyped concept today and everybody feel they must go digital. We will host high-caliber experts to tackle and share their outstanding knowledge for the conference mainly focusing on Internet Of Things, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Smart World, Digital Transformation and The Future Enterprise. I am pleased to invite you to Bahrain s leading ICT event and I look forward to seeing multi-stakeholder collaboration in enriching every visitor s ICT knowledge. The entire business model has been transformed and this is only the beginning. 2

3 ABOUT MEET ICT MEET ICT is being organized with multiple activities that will enhance the experience of the participants and enable them to exchange knowledge and ideas on different platforms. Imagine all the top business and ICT professionals in one venue, sharing knowledge and exchanging insights on new trends in the field. Making business connections has never been this easy. KEY TOPICS Digital Transformation Cloud Computing Smart World IT Security Internet of Things Big Data The Future Enterprise WHY ATTEND? WHO SHOULD ATTEND? > Gain insights on the latest ICT trends. > Unique opportunities for discussion on current thinking and practices in applications of technology. In an industry where convenience is key, we have developed a way for you to meet and interact with the people who matter most to your business. This event will gather: ICT Professionals CEO s COO s Chief Information Officers Project Managers > We aim to lead your business growth through ICT advancements. ICT Network Engineers Program Developers ICT Security Specialists ICT GOVERNMENT PRIVATE BANKING TELECOM IT Managers IT Directors Government Senior Executives Business Development Managers Software Engineers IT specialists

4 MEET ICT HIGHLIGHTS OPENING CEREMONY SPONSORS SPEECH RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION AWARDS CONFERENCE SESSIONS SPECIALIZED WORKSHOPS CIO KNOWLEDGE CLUB ROUND TABLE ARAB UNION FOR ICT COMPANIES SOCIETIES ANNUAL MEETING INTERNATIONAL DELEGATION EVENT FACTS 4 Specialized Workshops 7+ Countries Participating 300+ Participants from Local and International 7 Comprehensive Sessions 4 Important Event Activities 30 Renowned Speakers and Moderators 4

5 CONFERENCE The conference is much focused on knowledge sharing, high level engagement, strategic debate and networking with key stakeholders and experts as they share insights and debate on major issues confronting the ICT Industry. ف? CONFERENCE SPEAKERS WHO WILL SPEAK This year s event will have more than 30 speakers from international and regional organizations and they are expected to present a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the various areas on ICT. MEET ICT invited the experts from different organizations across the globe to share their knowledge and expertise in ICT. With their wide range of expertise and experience, speakers will be able to answer all the queries that will be made by the attendees that will help enhance their skills. These speakers will be using their motivational abilities to deliver their message as they impart their experience as well to the participants.

6 WORKSHOPS A WORKSHOP A: STRATEGIES AND SUCCESS FACTORS FOR DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION C WORKSHOP C: IOT SMART, CONNECT & SECURE: MAINTAINING IOT SUCCESS The goal of this workshop is to analyze the major opportunities and challenges of digital transformation for your enterprise, identify relevant fields of action, and determine priorities for their implementation. Once an IoT system is set in place, the day -to - day operation can be very dull. However, the hard work of maintaining a system is offset by the need for vigilance. This workshop talks about how to manage reconfiguration, penetration, detection and protection. B WORKSHOP B: DIGITAL MARKETING: CRAFTING EFFECTIVE DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIES D WORKSHOP D: WHAT STRATEGIES GET ICT PROJECTS UP TO SPEED? Digital marketing holds a powerful spot in today s marketing field. In this workshop, expert will help you define your business overall mission and your digital marketing mission that fit into your grand plan. Make it even more potent by knowing not only how to reach your target audience, but also how to make them responsive to your message. Slow and fast are subjective terms; what may seem slow to your organization may be entirely zippy somewhere else. It s important to determine a reasonable time frame to complete an IT project based on the scope of the work, the expected deliverables and the conditions of the project. 6

7 CONFERENCE AGENDA Day 1-Tuesday Registration OPENING CEREMONY NETWORKING BREAK & BITEX RIBON CUTTING SESSION 1 : INTERNET OF THINGS FROM HYPE TO INSIGHT -Start Small, Think Big: How the Iot Impacts your Business -Is the Internet of Things Strategic to the Enterprise? -IOT: Defining New Opportunity QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION 1 NETWORKING BREAK SESSION 2 : THE NEW ERA OF CLOUD COMPUTING AND BIG DATA -Cloud Collaboration and Big Data Mitigation -The Data Explosion and Cloud to the Rescue -The Future of Cloud and Big Data 2017 and Beyond QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION 2 SESSION 3: PANEL DISCUSSION - HOW DOES IOT SHAPE THE FUTURE AND ADD VALUE TO YOUR ORGANIZATION? LUNCH Day 2 - Wednesday Registration SESSION 4 : Cyber Skills In Demand - Building Promoting & Securing A Safer Cyber Space For Tomorrow -Successfully Tackling Cybercrime & Fraud -The Latest Threats and Methods Cybercriminals are Using that we Need to be Made Aware of? -How can we Continue to Mitigate Risks and Limit our Exposure to a Potential Cybercrime Attack? QUESTION & ANSWER SESSION 4 NETWORKING BREAK SESSION 5 : SMART CITIES TOWARDS INNOVATION -How Governance Must Change to Enable the Smart City? -Innovative Platforms to Foster Sustainable Cities -Financing Urban Infrastructures Towards a Smart Sustainable Cities SESSION 6: DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION: ARE YOU DIGITAL-READY? -Trends of Digital Transformation -The Impact of Digital on Future Business Models -Reimagine the Role of it in Digital Age NETWORKING BREAK SESSION 7: THE FUTURE ENTERPRISE -Innovation Strategies and IT Implementations Promoting New Forms of Enterprises in the Digital Economy -Governance and Agilification - Managing Risk in a Transforming Enterprise -Challenges of Digital Business Innovation

8 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Sponsorship packages are fully tailored to suit corporate development and marketing objectives. Meet ICT & BITEX 2017 will attract both local and regional top-level media coverage, extending the impact of the event, thus ensuring high levels of exposure for the sponsors and participants through: BLAST SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGN MEET THE PRESS MONTHLY PRESS RELEASE PRESS CONFERENCE POSTERS BOOKLET BROCHURES MAGAZINE EDITORIALS WEBSITE BILLBOARD CAMPAIGN TV INTERVIEWS WHY SPONSOR? Sponsoring the event would be recognized and initiated through a wide range of highly visible and attractive benefits and would provide an excellent opportunity to present and enhance the exposure and awareness of your organization to a focused international audience Expand your reach to the MENA region and Arab world Distinguish your company in an excellent industry gathering Build effective networking, leading to increased sales Boost your brand by increasing visibility and recognition Increase positive industry relations

9 COMPANY NAME: CONTACT PERSON: February 7-9, 2017 Gulf Convention Centre Gulf Hotel, Kingdom of Bahrain SPONSOR INFORMATION POSITION: OFFICE TELEPHONE: ADDRESS: FAX NO: MOBILE NO: ADDRESS: P.O. BOX: SPONSORSHIP HIGH- END BENEFITS Diamond Gold Silver Bronze PRE-EVENT Inclusions of company name and/or logo in all relevant promotional materials such as: Invitation Flyers/ Indoor/Outdoor Banners/Billboards, Event website, campaigns and Print Advertisements. Top visible 2nd level visible 3rd level 4th level Company Advertisement on the Conference Booklet Back cover Colored Ad Inside Back Cover Half Page Ad None Mention of Corporate name on selected Press releases and selected news articles Three Two One Yes Media Interview during the events Yes Yes Social Media Exposure Yes Yes Yes Yes DURING EVENT Delegate passes to the conference(which includes attending all the sessions and any desired workshop, coffee & lunch breaks and receiving the certificate of attendance) 10 Delegate Passes 7 Delegate Passes 5 Delegate Passes 1 Delegate Pass Live acknowledgement during the opening ceremony Logo broadcast on a widescreen at any given time during the conference Inclusion of logo in the stage backdrop Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Top visible 2nd level visible 3rd level 4th level Inclusion of logo and company profile listed in the event booklet Yes Yes Yes Yes Display corporate roll-ups in the conference area Two (2) One (1) Branded Conference table for your nominated delegates Yes Yes Yes Yes Opportunity to have a speaking slot of 20 minutes Yes _ Complimentary space in the BITEX exhibition VIP seats 6x2 4x2 3x _

10 A technology exhibition held alongside with MEET ICT Conference will bring all ICT companies under one roof to display the latest trends in ICT. It aims to bring together the ICT community for business building as well as researching for more powerful solutions in the sector. Hence, the exhibition aims to strengthen innovative potentials and boost the process of technical restoration of ICT industry BITEX HIGHLIGHTS RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY PRODUCT PRESENTATION VIP TOUR INTERNATIONAL DELEGATION BUSINESS TOUR 10

11 WHO SHOULD EXHIBIT? With the rising demands for Information Communication and Technology, this sourcing event will feature and showcase the following categories: MOBILE ACCESSORIES NETWORKING IT SECURITY IT PRODUCTS AND SOLUTIONS MOBILE APPLICATIONS E-CONTENT DATA MANAGEMENT AND STORAGE IT SERVICES SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT TELECOMMUNICATIONS ERP SOLUTIONS SYSTEM AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS IT TRAINING INSTITUTE ICT CONSULTANCY PRESS CONFERENCE APPRECIATION AWARDS

12 EXHIBITOR BENEFITS As an exhibitor, you have a unique opportunity to showcase your products and services, highlight your brand identity, and create a strong visible presence at this gathering of experts and industry professionals. Thus, you will also be able to enjoy the following benefits: Ultimate promotions plan that includes advertising in the official website, event directory, and other relevant event collaterals and marketing materials Entitlement to a one full forum package and allowed to attend during the two day conference free-of-charge Persuasive power of face-to-face selling that will provide a greater opportunity to increase the chances of having a closed-deal than any means of marketing Increased sales and a decrease in the marketing cost is the ultimate benefit that you can get out of this exhibition Access in the Majlis for unlimited networking opportunities with key industry players in 3 days Business-to-business matching that will allow you to collect high-quality leads from visitors and participants Product Presentations and Seminars that will help you utilize your expertise and be exposed by speaking to a receptive, relevant, and active audience 12

13 WHY EXHIBIT? TAKE PART IN THE LARGEST COMMUNICATIONS EVENT FOR NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY, BUSINESS STABILITY, AND BRAND PROMOTION: Build relationships and strengthen collaborations between government and private sector Integrate your full potential as you showcase your company products and services Take your business to the next level by uniting with senior business and ICT professionals Establish greater ROI through exhibition, conference, and sponsorship opportunities Expand your brand reach through our solid marketing initiatives WHY VISIT? Get fresh ideas, find the right solutions and be updated on new trends and products! Meet the best exhibitors showing their newest products and services Achieve the best experience of attending an expo and conference in one mega event Converge with the experts face-toface in a professional atmosphere Be updated on the newest trends of the industry

14 WHO SHOULD VISIT? Whether you are looking for the latest information, searching for new products and solutions or exploring new businesses, this event is for you. The following will greatly benefit from the event: From the following sectors: CIO s CSO s CEO s CONSULTANTS MANAGEMENT SENIOR IT SECURITY OFFICIALS IT MANAGERS EDUCATION GOVERNMENT HEALTHCARE OIL AND GAS FINANCE & BANKING IT MANUFACTURING TRANSPORTATION VISITOR BENEFITS BITEX brings together ICT thinkers, leaders and dreamers alike. Whether you wish to pursue national projects or new business leads, BITEX is the destination for all ICT professionals like you who are looking to do business in the field of ICT plus other benefits: REGIONAL HUB Be at the strategic regional hub for business enterprises like you THE LATEST See the latest products on display featuring the latest gadgets & technologies BIG DISCOUNTS Purchase and get big discounts on ICT tools used to modernize delivery NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES Unlimited networking opportunities with key industry players in 3 days at the Majlis LEARN FROM EXPERTS Learn from the experts at the Product Presentations and Seminars designed just for you 14

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