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Zayed University Partners with Injazat to Develop Student-led EdTech Solutions
champion in Digital Transformation , cloud , and cybersecurity , to mentor students on EdTech projects .
The programme will benefit from InGenius , the dynamic innovation lab by Injazat that follows the methodology of using agile practices , lean processes , and design thinking to bring ideas to life and Zayed ’ s interdisciplinary approach , which is based on radically flipped classrooms , where students engage in deep processing through extensive use of polls , debates , and collaborative work .
Ussama Dahabiyeh , CEO , Injazat , said : “ We are delighted to extend our expertise through G42 to nurture the students of Zayed University . It is extremely encouraging to see students taking the lead on developing cutting edge technology that will benefit their environment and industry .”
Ussama Dahabiyeh , CEO , Injazat ( L ) and Prof Clayton Mackenzie , Chief Academic Officer , Zayed University at the signing ceremony
In an effort to empower national talent in developing a strong market fit for digital solutions , Zayed University has signed a memorandum of understanding ( MoU ) with Injazat , UAE ’ s home-grown technology
Jumana Salem , Vice President , EdTech , Injazat and Chief Program Lead , said : “ The first phase of the collaboration saw students working with Injazat experts to identify the need for building platforms that redefine traditional schooling , evaluating the potential and limitations of technology in assisting students with learning difficulties , and also helping address and overcome some of the challenges that persist in online learning .”
ALEC signals commitment to advancing digitalisation of UAE construction sector with latest executive appointment
Looking to cement its position as an industry innovator , ALEC , a part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai ( ICD ) has set out an ambitious strategy to accelerate the ongoing digitisation of its operations . In line with this objective , the company has announced the appointment of Andy Boutle as its head of Digital Construction .
In this newly created role , Boutle will focus on the digitisation of the entire value chain for projects undertaken by ALEC , with an emphasis on increasing workflow communication and vertical efficiencies .
“ While the pandemic has certainly been a catalyst of transformation , there is still a long road ahead for the digitalisation of the sector . The benefits – ranging from improving quality and safety , to reducing costs and project timelines , and increasing profits – are abundantly clear . But there remains trepidation in the region largely due to the steep learning curve and challenges around integration between systems and deciding what investments will yield maximum positive impact ,” said Kez Taylor , CEO , ALEC .
Boutle said : “ ALEC ’ s increasing focus on Digital Transformation in recent years is making our operations more productive , efficient ,
Andy Boutle , Head of Digital Construction , ALEC
sustainable , and accurate , whilst reducing risk and resource wastage . This translates to an improved level of service and quality of product for our customers .”
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