SDG9 aims to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation. The University is actively contributing to the achievement of this goal through conferences such as the International Conference on Innovation, Technology, Enterprise, and Entrepreneurship (ICITEE) 2019. The ICITEE 2019 conference, jointly organized by ASU and London South Bank University, provided a common forum for researchers and practitioners to present their ideas, best practices, and research findings related to technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The conference proceedings include 69 papers from researchers from 16 countries, covering a wide range of topics related to innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship.
The papers presented at the conference highlight the importance of innovation and technology in driving sustainable industrialization and infrastructure development. For example, one paper presented the role of managerial innovation in improving human resource performance at Bahrain Sport Federations, while another paper explored innovative field applications of fiber-reinforced polymer composite reinforcing bars in civil engineering infrastructures. Furthermore, the conference provided a platform for networking and collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and industry experts from different countries and disciplines. This collaboration is essential for fostering innovation and promoting sustainable industrialization, as it allows for the exchange of ideas and knowledge-sharing across borders and sectors.
In conclusion, the ICITEE 2019 conference organized by ASU is a clear example of the university’s commitment to promoting sustainable industrialization, infrastructure development, and innovation, as outlined in SDG9. Through such conferences and other initiatives, ASU is playing an important role in driving sustainable development and contributing to the achievement of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. News of the conference- International Conference on Innovation, Technology, Enterprise, and Entrepreneurship (ICITEE) 2019:
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Also in the year 2022, the university organized the International Conference on the Leadership And Management of Projects in the digital age IC:LAMP 2022. The IC:LAMP conference is a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their knowledge and experiences related to the leadership and management of projects in the digital age. The conference proceedings cover a wide range of topics related to project management, digitalization, and innovation, which are crucial for achieving SDG9.
For instance, the conference includes papers related to agile project management, which is a modern approach to project management that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement. These papers demonstrate the potential of agile project management in improving project performance and productivity, which can have important applications in various industries.
Moreover, the conference includes papers related to digitalization and innovation, such as the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology in project management. These papers highlight the potential of these emerging technologies in improving project efficiency, transparency, and security, which are important for achieving SDG9.
The conference also addresses the challenges and opportunities for the adoption and implementation of digitalization and innovation in project management, which is essential for achieving SDG9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. For instance, one paper discusses the challenges and opportunities of implementing AI in project management, while another paper explores the impact of digitalization on project management practices in the construction industry.
Overall, the IC:LAMP conference and the conference proceedings demonstrate ASU’s commitment to promoting innovation and technology in project management, which are essential for achieving the SDG9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure. By providing a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their knowledge and experiences, ASU is contributing to the development of new approaches and techniques for project management that can contribute to sustainable development and economic growth.
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