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Wednesday, March 8, 2017

HE The Minister Delivers QITCOM 2017 Closing Speech

Concluding Qatar’s largest ICT conference, QITCOM 2017, HE Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Saif Ahmed Al Sulaiti said that QITCOM 2017 was a unique platform where all stakeholders and participating parties were able to participate in discussions on creativity, innovation, awareness raising and cooperation, to generate more ideas to transfer smart city concepts into a tangible realityIn his closing remarks at QITCOM2017 Gala Dinner, Al-Sulaiti said that during QITCOM 2017 we succeeded in signing and announcing more than 70 agreements and announcements for new programs and initiatives to further develop the ICT sector, toward achieving the vision of building a smart future.“Under the wise leadership of H.H the Emir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, "may God preserve him," and the follow-up and supervision of H.E Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Qatar had made a remarkable progress in the use of digital technology to achieve its social, economic and environmental goals,” he added.The government is committed to investing in Smart Qatar Program “Tasmu” and building the required national capabilities to support the development of the digital industry, he noted.After the closing remarks, the minister awarded the winning organizations in three prestigious awards, namely: QITCOM 2017 Exhibition Award; Qatar IT Business Awards 2017 and Qatar Digital Government Excellence Awards.With many organisations vying for the coveted annual recognition award, the following organisations were the winners of the Qatar IT Business Awards 2017 awards:Service Provider of the Year - Ideal Solution CompanyCloud Service Provider of the Year – Qatar Mobility Innovations CentreBest Digital SME of the Year – Q TicketsBest Mobile Application of the Year – Mannai Trading and Qatar National Bank (QNB)Smart Solution of the Year – Hamad International AirportTech Startup of the year – MaktAppThe following organisations were the winners of Qatar Digital Government Excellence Awards:Ministry of Interior: awarded the Best Digital Services for Business, Best Digital Service through Mobile Applications, the Second Best Digital Service for Citizens, Best Government Website, Best Digital Project and Best Government Entity in Digital TransformationQatar Railways Company: awarded the Best Government WebsiteGeneral Authority of Customs: awarded the Best Digital ProjectMinistry of Municipality and Environment: awarded the Best Government Entity in Digital Transformation and the third Best Digital Service through Mobile Applications and Best Digital Services for GovernmentPublic Works Authority: awarded Best Digital Services for GovernmentGeneral Retirement and Social Insurance Authority: awarded the Second Best Digital Services for BusinessMinistry of Administrative Development, Labour and Social Affairs: awarded the Third Best Government Entity in Digital TransformationMinistry of Transport and Communications: awarded the Second Best Digital Services for GovernmentMinistry of Economy and Commerce: awarded the Second Best Digital Service through Mobile ApplicationsMinistry of Education and Higher Education: awarded the Fourth Best Digital Service for CitizensMowasalat Company: awarded Best Digital Services for CitizensQatar General Electricity and Water Corporation KAHRAMAA: awarded the third place as a Best Digital Services for Citizens and Best Digital Services for Business.

Wednesday, March 8, 2017

Ministry Launches Application for Preliminary Approval of Land Transport Activities

The Ministry of Transport and Communications today launched the service of preliminary approvals of land transport activities on Qatar e-Government Portal (Hukoomi) during of QITCOM 2017; the fourth edition of Qatar’s information and communication technology exhibition and conference the Ministry organizes on March 6-8 at the QNCC under the theme “Qatar towards a Smart Future.’

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

HE Minister of Transport and Communications witnessed the agreement that has been signed between Ooredoo and Qatar Railways Company (Qatar Rail) at QITCOM.

Doha,Ooredoo and Qatar Railways Company (Qatar Rail) have today signed an agreement at QITCOM that will see Ooredoo implement its next generation In-Building Solution (IBS) across the Qatar Rail Red Line Metro network.The agreement was signed at a ceremony today at Qatar Rail's QITCOM Stand by Ooredoo Chief Executive Officer Waleed Al Sayed and Managing Director and CEO of Qatar Rail Eng. Abdulla Al Subaie and attended by senior executives from both companies. As part of the agreement, Ooredoo will work closely with Qatar Rail and their systems contractor to complete the project, which will include the planning, designing, installing and commissioning of the Ooredoo IBS service. As construction of the stations continues, Ooredoo will install the network infrastructure required to provide voice and data services for passengers during their travel on the Doha Metro Red Line. Once in place, the Ooredoo IBS service will enable travelers to connect to Ooredoo's Supernet network at any of the Qatar Rail Metro Red Line stations.Ooredoo Chief Executive Officer Waleed Al Sayed said, "We’re proud to be working with Qatar Rail to implement the Qatar Rail Development Program (QRDP) network requirements. This project will demonstrate the power and reach of the Ooredoo Supernet at Qatar Rail Metro Red Line buildings, including in underground areas, at grade and elevated stations." Managing Director and CEO of Qatar Rail Eng. Abdulla Al Subaie said, "Ooredoo has demonstrated its experience and expertise in connecting Qatar with world-class ICT infrastructure in the past and we are confident that this partnership will enable us to provide the smoothest connection for our customers.Today’s agreement is designed to support our vision to provide customer-centric integrated railway services that are accessible, efficient, safe, and reliable while maximizing social, economic, and environment benefits for Qatar." The Qatar Rail Metro Red Line will cover 40km in length and includes an impressive 17 stations, including a link to Legtaifiya Station to allow passengers to transfer over to the Lusail Light Rail Transit. It also connects to the central point of Musheireb, which will serve as transit point and main intersection for the Red, Green, Gold and Blue Lines.At the signing ceremony, both Ooredoo and Qatar Rail reaffirmed their commitment to achieve operational readiness and installation in-line with the overall project timelines, reflecting Qatar's strategic expansion in alignment with the Qatar National Vision 2030.Qatar Rail is currently driving the development of one of the largest rail projects in the world, and this is the latest phase in the two companies' partnership and collaboration. Last year, Ooredoo signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a collaboration framework to provide next generation ICT solutions for the design, construction and operation of the Qatar Rail Development Program (QRDP)

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

MOTC, Siemens sign cooperation agreement to help develop Qatari tech skills

DOHA,The Ministry of Transport and Communications (MOTC) and Siemens today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance tech capabilities among Qatari nationals.The collaboration will focus on knowledge transfer and building skills that support Qatar’s national Information and Communications Technology (ICT) strategies and policies, and forms part of the drive to transform Qatar into a knowledge-based economy, in line with the objectives of the National Vision 2030. The three-year agreement was announced at QITCOM Exhibition and Conference, the country’s biggest digital event running March 6th to 8th at Qatar National Convention Center.Under the terms of the partnership, Siemens, a global specialist in automation, will share its expertise in intelligent traffic systems, smart cities and integrated mobility solutions, combining it with MOTC’s in-depth knowledge of public policy and regulation in the transportation and ICT sectors.It is also part of Ministry’s push to develop the ICT sector and to support the rise of innovative startups in Qatar. “This agreement is part of our commitment to develop the talent and potential of Qatar’s youth by providing opportunities to learn from the experience and knowledge of multinational companies with deep roots in Qatar”, said Reem Al Mansoori, the Assistant Undersecretary of Digital Society Development at the Ministry of Transport and Communications. “Qatar”, she added, “is committed to building a smart, vibrant and dynamic ICT sector that will be a key pillar of the transition to a knowledge-based economy.”Also signing the agreement, Mr Adrian Wood, Chief Executive Officer at Siemens WLL, added: “Our collaboration with a strong local partner such as the Ministry will help promote ICT development and adoption in Qatar for vital segments of society such as the youth, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small and medium-sized enterprises.”

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

MOTC, Siemens sign cooperation agreement to help develop Qatari tech ski...

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

MOTC Minister, Finance Minister launch Maliya System

HE. Minister of Finance Ali Sharif Al-Emadi and Minister of Transport and Communications Jassim Saif Ahmed Al Sulaiti today launched a new system to automate the financial procedures of various public sector entities Maliya. The new system is a computerized and integrated administrative system that will connect the financial operations of ministries and government entities with a central financial and budgeting application.Implementing Maliya will improve the efficiency of the management of government resources, improve the quality and accuracy of financial data available to decision makers in government, and create an economic environment that will attract public and foreign investments.Furthermore, the new system will automate the processes of budget preparation for all government institutions by providing advanced analytical tools and a secure, integrated technical environment for the flow of financial information, and thereby minimize the time and effort needed in communications with the Ministry of Finance.