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Accenture partners with Commercial Bank of Dubai to train employees in data and AI
Through this initiative, Udacity, part of Accenture, brings their combined expertise to the forefront, offering a comprehensive and future-ready digital upskilling programme that underscores the importance of data and AI in driving the bank’ s digital evolution.
This programme will leverage the power of data management, analytics, and AI to ensure enhancing customer experience and operational resilience as part of CBD’ s strategic transformation goals. applications in data and AI and personalised Q & A sessions, courtesy of its 1,400 + mentors.
Max Di Gregorio, Managing Director at Accenture in the Middle East, said:“ As banking is quickly moving to digital, businesses that are building their digital core can improve their operations, increase revenue quickly, and improve the services they provide to their customers. This creates real value on a fast and large scale. CBD’ s investment in making its employees digitally savvy gives it a big advantage.”
Accenture, has joined forces with the
Commercial Bank of Dubai, CBD to train the bank’ s employees in the fields of data and AI. As the first bank in the UAE to launch an enterprise-wide data literacy programme, CBD is setting a new standard by enabling its employees to achieve certifications in both Data and AI.
Participants will also undergo thorough hands-on training to strengthen job readiness to maximise engagement and learning outcomes.
Udacity is also incorporating premium services such as expert-led, interactive sessions focused on mastering complex concepts, tech talks offering insights on emerging trends and
Ali Imran, Chief Operating Officer at CBD, said:“ Through this first-of-its-kind initiative, CBD is enabling workplace modernisation, fostering a culture of innovation, and setting a GCC-wide benchmark in data and AI upskilling.”
This latest partnership underscores CBD’ s active role in driving economic progress and aligns with the UAE’ s vision for AI leadership.
Emirates opens AED 3M Crew Zone in Dubai which can accommodate up to 200 crew at a time
As Emirates continues to recruit candidates for its collective of world class cabin crew – a new Crew Zone has officially opened in the Emirates Group Headquarters, Dubai. The Crew Zone is a dedicated space for crew with a contemporary, open plan design that is available on a 24 / 7 basis, with seamless services offered throughout – from educational workshops to tech zones and support, a beauty and wellbeing hub, an interactive lounge area, and many other support services specifically designed for cabin crew.
The spacious area can accommodate up to 200 crew at a time, with 7 different zones and services and is located on the Ground Floor of the Emirates Group Headquarters in Dubai.
The Crew Computer Zone features a zone of new monitors, high-speed internet and comfortable and individual workstations, tailored to support crew’ s digital needs, from finishing tasks, to booking personal flights and printing documents.
At the Crew Connect Services area, Emirates provides customer-centric service and operational support to cabin crew. The team operates on a 24 / 7 basis, so that the crew community can pose their queries and requests in person, or by phone or email.
The Crew Engagement Zone multifunctional area is dedicated to connecting crew with Emirates’ newest initiatives, product launches, in person trainings and workshops. Interactive screens and real-time calendars showcase scheduled events, which crew can book to attend using their phone.
Empowering cabin crew to take charge of their own learning journey, there are many activities to choose from, from new menu launches and new service standards to health and fitness workshops.
This zone is also a meeting point for tours and visits to other Emirates facilities like Emirates Flight Catering, Bustanica, as well as workshops on topics like Safety, Security and Medical Training.
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