The event aimed to support the readiness of SMEs to adopt digital solutions and strengthen their contribution to the national digital economy.
Doha, Qatar: As part of Qatar’s ongoing efforts to accelerate digital transformation and strengthen the competitiveness of the business sector, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) and Qatar Development Bank (QDB), and supported by ecosystem enablers Ooredoo and Qatar Post, hosted SMEs Go Digital “Connect” yesterday at Andaz Doha, by Hyatt.
The event aimed to support the readiness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to adopt digital solutions and strengthen their contribution to the national digital economy, in line with the Digital Agenda 2030 and Qatar National Vision 2030.
The event brought together more than 195 SMEs alongside over 20 digital solution providers through a unified platform that facilitated direct engagement between businesses and accredited technology providers, supporting wider adoption of digital technologies and enhancing SMEs’ readiness for digital transformation.
SME Go Digital “Connect” focused on priority sectors including retail and wholesale, transport and storage, tourism, education, and healthcare. The showcased digital solutions covered areas such as online presence, e-commerce, and cloud services, supporting the adoption of digital technologies across the targeted sectors.
The event also featured direct matchmaking sessions between businesses and digital solution providers, as well as dedicated networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities, helping strengthen collaboration among participating entities and expand the adoption of digital solutions across priority sectors.
Commenting on the event, Faraj Jassim Abdulla, Director of the Digital Economy Department at MCIT, said: “MCIT continues its efforts to empower SMEs to leverage digital technologies as a key driver for competitiveness and sustainable economic growth. Initiatives such as this provide a national platform that supports businesses’ readiness for digital transformation, enhances productivity, and strengthens the ability of the business sector to keep pace with the evolving digital economy. By connecting enterprises with an integrated ecosystem of solution providers and national expertise, the Ministry continues to support the transition towards innovation and a knowledge-based economy in line with the objectives of Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030.”
In this context, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry affirmed that supporting small and medium-sized enterprises represents one of the key pillars for enhancing the competitiveness of the national economy, through providing a business environment that stimulates growth and innovation, developing government services, and facilitating the regulatory procedures for conducting commercial activities.
The Ministry explained that its participation in the forum stems from its keenness to raise awareness among owners of small and medium enterprises and entrepreneurs about the services it provides, particularly those related to protecting intellectual property rights including copyright, trademarks, and patents, in addition to commercial registration and licensing services, informing them about the laws and regulations governing commercial activities, as well as the electronic services provided by the Ministry to facilitate the completion of transactions and improve the efficiency of the services offered.
The Ministry noted that these efforts help enable companies to conduct their business in line with approved regulatory frameworks, and to instill a culture of innovation and intellectual property protection, thereby supporting the sustainability of the business environment and enhancing its competitiveness in the State of Qatar.
The event also brought together several local and international solution providers, contributing to a comprehensive national ecosystem that supports digital transformation and empowers SMEs in Qatar.
