Written by: Yasser bin Salem Al-Husseini

On Tuesday, September 10th, the Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting held a training course titled "Industry 4.0: A Vision Towards the Future," in cooperation with the General Secretariat of the GCC for the Arab States of the Gulf.

The course was delivered remotely via Zoom, with around 30 participants, including entrepreneurs from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and several organization employees. The course presented a set of objectives, including providing an overview of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and its importance for SMEs, showcasing real-world examples of companies that have implemented these technologies, and explaining the practical steps companies need to follow for digital transformation, as well as how SMEs can adopt the technologies driving this revolution.

The course covered several key areas, such as introducing participants to Industry 4.0 and digital transformation through case studies on successful digital transitions and outlining the key steps in the digital transformation journey. Additionally, it explained the technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and strategies that SMEs can apply to go digital, by reviewing a step-by-step guide for developing a customized strategy for SMEs. The course also included an interactive session to give participants the opportunity to discuss the main challenges and opportunities available for digital transformation.

The training course was inaugurated by Ms. Lin Al-Issa, Head of the Entrepreneurship Department at the General Secretariat of the GCC, based in Riyadh. Mr. Abdullah Al-Attar, Director of the Industrial Studies and Policies Department at the organization, welcomed the participants.

The course was delivered by Dr. Mohammed Al-Breiki​, Head of the Industrial Studies and Policies Department at the organization.

The Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting (GOIC) is considered the leading Gulf-based consulting house specializing in providing industrial consulting services in the GCC countries. The organization offers high-quality consulting services in industrial development, economic information, and market requirements through its distinguished expertise and regional and international strategic collaborations. It supports the activities of the targeted industrial sectors for the future in member states by offering industrial investment opportunities and providing updated information and reports in the field of industry and industrial economics, as well as marketing them. The Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting (GOIC) serves its clients by providing highly professional services, value-added research, and information and consultations on industrial and economic development matters in the GCC, which clients regard as a unique service.​