Deloitte, the leading global professional services firm, yesterday released two reports on Day 1 of the World Governments Summit 2024, which aim to shed light on the topics of government transformation and cybersecurity in cloud computing.
The first report, titled ‘Government Acceleration and Transformation,’ charts a strategic roadmap for governmental evolution. It shines the spotlight on regional governments such as the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, who are taking bold strides forward in this field at a regional and global level, showcasing the innovative strides taken by these countries in adopting smart government solutions to usher an era of administrative renaissance.
Complementing this is the second report, titled “Cloud Cybersecurity: A Keystone for Inclusive Economic Growth in the Digital Era”, which delves into the critical nexus between digital services and economic advancement.
In an era where digitalisation propels economic growth, cybersecurity in cloud computing emerges as a linchpin for safeguarding national and citizen data, ensuring seamless public service delivery, fostering trust in digital governance, adhering to regulatory standards, and providing secure digital innovation.
“For governments to deliver transformative change for the people they serve, digital innovation must be at the top of their agenda,” said Mohamed Yousef AlSharhan, Managing Director of the World Governments Summit Organisation. “The reports released yesterday at WGS24 by our knowledge partner, Deloitte, provide clear direction for governments seeking to deliver world-class digital services, while safeguarding their citizens and residents in an increasingly competitive region.”
Mohannad Tayem, Government & Public Services leader at Deloitte Middle East, said, “At the core of transformative governance is the pivotal role of innovation. In the quest for sustainable transformation, nations are recognising the imperative role of technology education in building a future-ready workforce. Countries can draw valuable lessons from those who have progressed further in their transformation journey as they shape their future strategies.”
“Cloud cybersecurity is a critical aspect of government digital transformation. Its importance spans from protecting sensitive data and ensuring the continuity of public services to building public trust, enabling innovation, and countering the ever-evolving cyber threats,” he added.
