Authors Dr. Saeed K. Al Dhaheri and Ranjit Rajan have collaborated with Smart Dubai to publish a book on the digital transformation of the UAE, aptly titled, Digital Nation: How the United Arab Emirates is constructing a future based on tech innovation.

The 160-page book officially launched at the 39th GITEX Technology Week in October 2019, will take you on a journey via the UAEs ongoing digital transformation, pushed by harnessing disruptive technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation.

H.E. Dr Aisha Bint Butti Bin Bishr, Director General of the Smart Dubai Department said, At Smart Dubai, one of our key priorities is establishing Dubai and the UAE as a international benchmark for smart transformation. We consistently look forward to partnering with projects such as the Digital Nation to extend our regions knowledge-sharing efforts with the world. I am confident the Digital Nation will act as an vital guide for other cities and nations planning their respective digitization strategies.

The book provides insight into the groundbreaking vision and innovative plans, experiences, successes and challenges of the country along this journey. The story of how the UAE pursues its digital vision and strategy to execution has lessons for leaders, executives and innovators across the world in this generation of digital transformation.

Digital Nation talks about how the present day achievements are based on several decades of concrete successes on the economic and social fronts. Featuring interviews with over twenty senior leaders from the private and public sectors, which includes those from Smart Dubai, RTA, Etisalat, Dubai Future Foundation, IBM, Dubai Police, Emaar and more, the book showcases the UAEs triumphs and challenges as it leads the charge towards a digital future.

Radio presenter and host of Dubai Eyes Business Breakfast Richard Dean said: Digital Nation parachutes the reader straight into the inner circle of the UAE government. Theres the bigger image which includes the UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence, plus deep dives on key subjects, from digital policing to fintech finance. A must-read for anyone doing business in the UAE.