Endava hosted a datathon in Riyadh in collaboration with the National Development Fund (NDF) and Google Cloud in Saudi Arabia. The event brought together data scientists, engineers and industry experts to tackle real-world challenges through data-driven innovation.
The datathon served as a collaborative platform for participants to harness the power of data and technology to develop solutions that align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals. By leveraging cutting-edge tools and methodologies, teams worked on key challenges across finance, sustainability, and digital infrastructure, showcasing the potential of data analytics and artificial intelligence in shaping the future.
Andrew Rossiter, Global SVP & Google Cloud Unit Lead at Endava, said: “Data is at the heart of today’s AI-driven digital transformation, and this event underscores our commitment to fostering innovation in Saudi Arabia. By bringing together the best minds from Endava, NDF and Google Cloud, we have created a unique environment for ideation and problem-solving, accelerating the Kingdom’s journey toward a data-driven economy.”
Ahmed Bawareth, Service Excellence Office Sr. Executive Director at NDF, emphasised that organising this datathon reflects the Fund’s commitment to fostering digital innovation and empowering local talent. He highlighted that leveraging big data and artificial intelligence to develop practical technological solutions is a fundamental pillar in achieving sustainable development and driving digital transformation in the Kingdom.
This initiative aligns with the Fund’s strategy to enhance collaboration among development entities and harness advanced technologies to create solutions that support the digital economy and contribute to the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Throughout the event, participants had access to mentorship from industry leaders, hands-on workshops, and the latest tools from Google Cloud and its AI ecosystem. The winning teams presented innovative solutions with the potential to be further developed and implemented within strategic initiatives across the Kingdom.
The datathon marks the beginning of deeper collaboration between Endava, NDF and Google Cloud in Saudi Arabia, with future initiatives aimed at accelerating digital transformation and fostering a thriving tech ecosystem.
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