Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Engineering, Prof. Ghassan Hameed Abdul Majeed, and the supervision of the Head of the Computer Engineering Department, Dr. Firas Ali Saber, the Computer Engineering Department at the University of Baghdad organized a scientific seminar titled: “Digital Transformation within the National Vision: Employing Artificial Intelligence and Strengthening Cybersecurity Systems,” delivered by a group of specialists in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.
The seminar was held on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Mahdi Hantoush Hall and was moderated by Prof. Sadiq Habib Abdul Hussein. It was attended by the Dean of the College, his assistants, as well as a number of faculty members, staff, and students from various scientific departments.
The seminar aimed to highlight the latest developments in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, and to explore ways of aligning these technologies with the requirements of the “National Vision,” contributing to the improvement of government performance and the enhancement of service efficiency.
The seminar included five main themes. The first addressed the national vision for government digital transformation as a strategic framework that defines its objectives and role in improving public service efficiency, enhancing transparency, and serving citizens.
The second theme discussed the current state of digital transformation implementation from the private sector perspective, highlighting the contractual, operational, and technical challenges faced in executing digital transformation projects in partnership with government entities.
The third theme explored the role of artificial intelligence in developing government services by improving service quality, supporting decision-making, and increasing operational efficiency.
The fourth theme, titled “Cybersecurity in the Digital Transformation Environment,” emphasized the importance of protecting digital infrastructure and government data, as well as ensuring service continuity amid cyber threats.
The fifth theme focused on modern cybersecurity leadership strategies, addressing ways to strengthen the protection of digital systems against advanced threats.
At the conclusion of the seminar, the speakers stressed the importance of enhancing technological awareness among students and researchers in computer engineering, software, and communications fields, as well as reinforcing the college’s role as an active platform for discussing national strategic issues. They also emphasized the importance of creating opportunities for professional engagement between students and decision-makers in the field of digital transformation.
The seminar concluded with honoring the speakers with certificates of appreciation in recognition of their valuable scientific contributions.
