About Usman Zafar
Dr.Usman Zafar is an accomplished UAE based Business Management and Technology Executive who has a successful track record in building and transforming result oriented professional organizations by implementing complex programs & business change initiatives with full P&L responsibility.
Services
Considering the immense impact of a successful social media strategy it is important to remember that once implemented appropriately this is up till date one of the most powerful tools to build and maintain your organizations reputation, to attract clients to your business and create awareness about the products and services …. Read More
Dr. Usman Zafar and his team offer Expert C Level Business Advisory Services which initiate with a Business health check determining all factors influencing the success of your organization…. Read More
Capturing and processing big data can be a challenge itself and in order to analyze and assess the extracted data it is important to have not only the appropriate tools in place but to utilize sufficient expertise …. Read More
Dr. Usman can help companies to identify and evaluate partnership opportunities, present recommendations to the management, open doors, negotiate and close business deals. He Screens external inquiries for potential partnership deals, research domestic & international market segments and participate in deal activities…. Read More
Education
Dr. Usman is PhD in Information Technology with specialization in eCommerce, eBusiness, eGovernment, Software Engineering, Project Management, Information Systems (Software Information Management in Requirements and Test Documentation). Before going through his doctorate, he had done MS in Computer Science in 1999 with specialization in Software Engineering, Intelligent Agents, Project Management, Rational Database Systems (Software Engineering Best Practices).
Information Technology (2003) eCommerce, eBusiness, eGovernment, Software Engineering, Project Management, Information Systems“Software Information Management in Requirements and Test Documentation”
2003
Computer Science (1999) Software Engineering, Intelligent Agents, Project Management, Rational Database Systems“Software Engineering Best Practices”
1999
Computer Science Visual Programming, Expert Systems, Object Oriented Analysis & Design, DBMS“Development of an Integrated Library Management System by following International Library Standards and using Visual Development Tools”
1997
Arts Journalism, Persian & English Literature
1997
Work Experience
DUC Consultancy International is an innovative consultancy skilled in providing expert advice, coaching and business services to companies of all sizes and Industry sectors ……Read more
Regional advisor for Middle East and Asia Pacific region. eTakeaway is one of the largest and best selection of takeaway food on e-takeaway.dk having headquarter in Denmark……Read more
Bin Shamikh Group of Companies has been founded in Mecca in 1402 Hijri and it is one of the leading Group of Companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia……Read more
I have been a Board Advisor for Bin Qutab Group since October 2014.Bin Qutab Group is specialized in Supply Chain Management since over 20 years. The organization provides services in the optimization of the supply /demand chain……Read more
Academic Experience
Apart from being the IT Manager, I also conducted several courses and actively participated in different strategic committees and projects development for students. I taught System Analysis & Design, Selected Topics in CIS, Software Engineering, Information Technology in Business, Business Data Communication, Unix, Multimedia, Introduction to Computers, PC Applications, Programming 1 & 11, Visual Basic, Database Management Systems, Database Design and Implementations, E-Commerce, selected topics in Programming languages to BSC Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology and Business Administration students.
Conference Speaking Engagements
Dr. Usman Zafar has been a Keynote speaker for innovation topics on several industry specific events worldwide. With decades of industry experience on his shoulders he has been a key influencer during serious panel discussions and Chairman for patent conferences globally.A key Corporate Trainer with “Know your audience concept” he has covered a large number of Management, Smart Government and Leadership topics. Dr. Usman Zafar offers a wide range of training packages as well as tailored speeches.
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Customer Happiness Strategies In the Era of Artificial Intelligence, IOT and Blockchain
Why HR matters Now in (2021) more than ever during covid-19? by Dr Usman Zafar
The Covid 19 Pandemic “Created Business Ideas 2021” By Dr Usman Zafar
Top Disruptive Technologies (2030) by Dr Usman Zafar
GCC Smart Cities Challenges (2020) By Dr Usman Zafar
Digital Pakistan Challenges & Opportunities (Part-1)
Dr Usman Covid 19 Experience in Dubai 2020
Future Jobs by 2030 with Dr Usman Zafar
Mr. Bruce Jeong Explaining TNC Group Business Model by Endorsing Dr. Usman Zafar 2019.
Dr. Usman Zafar Speech on “GCC Smart Cities Challenges & New Generation Blockchain Adoption” at the Atlantis Hotel, Dubai UAE
Global Online Shopping Portals Effects on GCC Retail Industry Conference 2019
24th GCC Smart Government and Smart Service Conference Speech 2019
Dr Usman Interview for TNC International Software Group 2019
Endorsement By Dr Mohamed Ibrahim Al Ali- HR Smart Transformation Manager Dubai Government 2019
“25th GCC Smart Government & Smart Cities Conference” on 23rd April 2019 at Shangri-la Hotel, Dubai
8th Smart City Expo on 17th of March 2019 at Dusit Thani Hotel Dubai, UAE
GCC Leadership Awards Middle East 2019
51 Most Impactful Leaders Smart City Leaders Award by CSR World To Dr Usman Zafar
Innovation Conference Organized by Federal Authority of Identity & Citizenship on 19th of Feb 2019 at Hilton Hotel RAK, UAE
CEO KLUB INVESTMENT FORUM DUBAI 2018
STRATEGIC ALLIANCE AGREEMENTS WITH BIN-SHAMIKH GROUP SAUDI ARABIA 2015
AL TAQNYAH BUSINESS SOLUTIONS ENTERS INTO A STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH -HAMDAN BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM AWARD FOR DISTINGUISHED ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE 2010
e-GOVERNANCE AWARENESS PROGRAM FOR NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT 208
WORKSHOP ON e-GOVERNMENT: SUCCESS & FAILURE – A GCC SCENARIO- MANIPAL UNIVERSITY DUBAI CAMPUS 2008
ARMS GROUP OF COMPANIES, AL TAQNYAH BUSINESS SOLUTIONS TIE UP WITH propertiesguild.biz TO LAUNCH OREC AND SRES2 2010
AJMAN UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON TRENDS FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND APPLICATIONS 2010
PAN ARAB WEB AWARDS BURJ AL ARAB 2007
IFS APPOINTS AL-TAQNYAH AS GCC PARTNER 2009
FAREWELL EVENT BY AJMAN UNIVERSITY COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT 2004
AL TAQNYAH – SAGE PARTNERSHIP MIDDLE-EAST 2011
MANIPAL / IEEE CONFERENCE ON TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT 2011
eGOVERNMENT PROGRAM IN JUDICIAL LEGISLATION, e-NOTARY, e-JUSTICE AND e-BUSINESS SYSTEMS 2011
DUBAI COURTS E-NOTARY CONFERENCE 2011
DATAMATIX GITEX CONFERENCE 2011
17TH GCC e-GOVERNMENT AND e-SERVICES CONFERENCE 2011
3rd GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATION WEBSITES GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE 2011
SMART GOVERNMENT & SMART CITY CONFERENCE BURJ AL ARAB 2013
UNDER SECRETARIES AND DIRECTORS LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 2013
GCC FATAL AND HORRIFIC ACCIDENTS PREVENTION CONFERENCE BURJ AL ARAB 2012
OPEN THINKING DAY 2013
10th GCC GOVERNMENT EXCELLENCE SERVICES AND QUALITY CUSTOMER 2012
UAE GOVERNMENT e-SERVICES MARKETING STRATEGY CONFERENCE BURJ AL ARAB 2012
GCC e-TOURSIM DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE 2012
9th LEADING CEO CONFERENCE BURJ AL ARAB 2012
19th GCC e-GOVERNMENT AND e-SERVICES CONFERENCE 2013
MEETING WITH PAKISTANI EX-PRESIDENT GENERAL PERVEZ MUSHARRAF IN DUBAI 2011
Contract Signing Ceremony with Ajman Chamber of Commerce 2013
Award By Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and The Ruler of Ajman 2013
2ND ANNUAL CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY WITH E-GOVERNMENT CONFERENCE ORGANIZED BY CPI MEDIA DUBAI 2013
DATAMATIX GITEX CONFERENCE 2013
DUC LAUNCHING THE UNIBUY MIDDLE EAST PORTAL – ONE OF UK’S LEADING UNIVERSITIES’ E-MARKETPLACE 2015
3rd GCC GOVERNMENT CORPORATE AND MEDIA COMMUNICATION CONFERENCE 2013
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH BAHRAIN LABOUR MARKET REGULATORY AUTHORITY (LMRA) FOR MODERNIZING ITS WEB COMMUNICATION 2014
GCC GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE SECTORS KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE 2014
OPEN DATA FORUM BY EMIRATES ID & UNITED NATIONS ABU DHABI 2018
m-Government Conference Dubai 2014
ID WORLD CONFERENCE ABU DHABI 2014
m-GOERNMENT CONFERENCE ABU DHABI 2014
CloudBuy UK plc, Middle East Launch Event at the British Embassy 2014
DATAMATIX GITEX CONFERENCE 2014
CPI BIG DATA SYMPOSIUM 2014
AVAYA VIDEO CONFERENCING & MOBILITY ROADSHOW 2014
20TH GCC eGOVERNMENT AND eSERVICES CONFERENCE 2014
11th GOVERNMENT AND BUSINESS LEADING CEO CONFERENCE BURJ AL ARAB 2014
6th GCC Smart Government and Cities Portals Conference Burj Al Arab 2014
4TH UAE LEADING GOVERNMENT EXECUTIVES AND EMPLOYEES CONFERENCE BURJ AL ARAB 2014
4TH GCC MUNICIPALITIES AND SMART CITIES CONFERENCE BURJ AL ARAB 2014
3rd Smart Government and City Conference Burj Al Arab 2014
Smart Cities & Smart Governance Conference in Qatar 2015
Global Innovation Summit Jumeriah Beach Hotel 2015
3rd Annual Critical Communications Conference Middle East 2015
21st GCC Government and Smart Services Conference 2015
14th GCC Smart Government and City Customer Care Excellence Conference Burj Al Arab 2015
5th GCC Government Future Leaders Conference 2015
5th GCC Municipalities & Smart Cities Conference 1st October 2015
3rd M2M Middle East Forum Dubai 2015
15th GCC SMART GOVERNMENT CITY CUSTOMER CARE EXCELLENCE CONFERENCE 2016
Strategic Alliance agreement with The Private office of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan Bin Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan on 25th January 2017
20th GCC Green HR Management Conference” on 20th September 2018
Locus Chain Board Advisory Agreement For The MENA Region 2018
Blockchain Investment Conference – Atlantis Dubai June 2018
An Interview with Dr. Ahmad Tahlak -Chairman Levernbert Dubai-2018
23rd GCC Smart Cities & Smart Government Conference- Ritz Carlton DIFC Dubai- May 2017
7th GCC Municipalities & Smart Cities Conference at Burj Al Arab- October 2017
All Conferences
CIO 200 Awards- Armani Hotel 10th May 2018
Future IT Summit- March 2018 Burj Al Arab Dubai UAE
24th GCC Smart Cities & Smart Government Conference – 2018
5G MENA Conference April 2018
18th GCC HR Transformation Conference April 2018
17th GCC Human Resources Conference- 14th Feb 2018
17th GCC Customer Care Conference- Jan 2018 Burj AL Arab Dubai
A TV Interview with Dubai City National News
IQPC Bio Materic Conference December 2016Photography
Dubai Courts e-Notary Awards 2011
6th GCC Smart Municipalities Conference 2016Photography
15th Nationals Working in Private Sector 2016Design
16th Smart Government and Customer Happiness Conference 2017Photography
Technomight QatarGraphics
Manipal University Carre Fair & Convention 2016Branding
Alain SME Expo ForumPhotography
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