Shurooq pioneers future-ready workforce with AI enablement Prog.

Investing in human capital for Sharjah’s future

This initiative aligns with Shurooq’s strategic vision of ‘Building Sharjah for Tomorrow’ by equipping its workforce with cutting-edge AI knowledge and innovation tools. The programme reflects a strong investment in human capital to support Sharjah’s sustainable growth and competitiveness.

World-class partnerships and curriculum design

Developed in partnership with Nfinity LLC-FZ, the course curriculum was crafted by experts from globally recognized organizations including Gartner, Cisco, Parasme IT Solutions, and Accenture. This ensured the content was both innovative and immediately applicable to real business challenges.

Leadership endorsement and organisational impact

Mohamed Al Saabri, Shurooq’s Chief Human Resources Officer, highlighted the initiative as a reflection of the vision of Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi and the leadership of CEO His  Excellency Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer. He emphasized that the programme is part of cultivating a culture of innovation and preparing teams to lead Sharjah’s economic future.

AI as a co-pilot: Operationalising technology

Shabeer Chinnakkal, CEO of Nfinity LLC-FZ, noted that Shurooq is setting a regional benchmark by integrating AI into daily workflows. The programme is not just awareness-based but focuses on operationalizing AI to redefine the future of work.

Balancing theory and practice

Designed with a 40:60 theory-to-practice ratio, the course bridged academic knowledge and real-world application. Topics included AI integration in business strategy, ethical and responsible AI use, governance, and hands-on applications across Shurooq’s business sectors.

Strong participant feedback and real impact

Feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive, with many noting the immediate relevance and applicability of the tools and knowledge in their daily roles. The programme empowered them to solve operational challenges using AI.

Building national capability and Emirati AI teams

As a next step, Shurooq announced plans to establish dedicated Emirati-only AI and Data teams to strengthen sovereign capabilities. This move further reinforces Shurooq’s leadership in digital transformation and national talent development.

Nfinity’s role in long-term innovation strategy

Through this collaboration, Nfinity LLC-FZ brings over five decades of collective expertise in digital transformation. The company supports Shurooq with resilient, scalable AI solutions tailored to its business needs, reinforcing Shurooq’s role as a regional leader in tech-enabled sustainable development.