The Manufacturing IT Summit KSA 2026, also known as the Future Industry Summit Powered by the Saudi Manufacturing Show, is an exclusive, invite-only flagship event set to take place on 12 February 2026 at the Riyadh Marriott Hotel from 9 AM to 5 PM in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As the 31st edition of a globally recognized summit series, this high-impact conference is tailored for C-level executives, senior technology leaders, and strategic decision-makers from Saudi Arabiaโs dynamic manufacturing sector, with a mission to explore and accelerate digital transformation, Industry 4.0 adoption, and operational excellence across manufacturing industries.
Certified by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) framework, the summit offers attendees the opportunity to earn up to 8 hours of CPD points, reinforcing its status as both a professional development and industry leadership platform. The summit is designed to foster forward-thinking conversations on how cutting-edge technologies and digital strategies can deliver real business value, enhance productivity, and future-proof operations in an era of disruptive change.
At its core, the event brings together over 200 senior executives, including Chief Information Officers (CIOs), Chief Technology Officers (CTOs), Heads of IT and Digital Transformation, Plant and Operations Leaders, Supply Chain Directors, and other influential stakeholders who are shaping the future of manufacturing in the Kingdom and beyond.
The agenda is meticulously curated to delve into the most transformative technologies and strategic imperatives driving todayโs manufacturing renaissance. Key topic areas include Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning for predictive maintenance and smart factories, the Internet of Things (IoT) for real-time data and connectivity, cloud computing and digital twin technologies for scalable digital platforms, and cybersecurity strategies to protect increasingly connected industrial environments. These discussions will empower business and technology leaders to make informed technology investments and operational decisions that unlock efficiency, resilience, and competitive advantage.
In addition to keynote presentations and expert panel discussions, the summit features interactive workshops, case-based insights, and peer-to-peer dialogues that encourage deep exploration of practical challenges and opportunities. Sessions will highlight implementations of AI-driven smart manufacturing, sustainable and green manufacturing practices, digital transformation frameworks, and the role of IT in enabling agile supply chains. These curated dialogues are designed not just to inspire but to equip attendees with actionable roadmaps for digital adoption and organizational change.
A standout feature of the event is the unveiling of Manufacturing50, an annual recognition list celebrating 50 trailblazing leaders whose visionary contributions are advancing manufacturing innovation and excellence across the industry. This honors leadership that emphasizes operational efficiency, digital adoption, and cross-sector collaboration.
Beyond learning, the summit offers significant networking and partnership building opportunities, connecting local and global technology providers, solution architects, and manufacturing leaders to foster strategic collaborations, explore business opportunities, and build long-term alliances that drive growth and innovation.
In a rapidly evolving industrial landscape driven by Saudi Arabiaโs Vision 2030 and growing investments in technology-enabled manufacturing, the Manufacturing IT Summit โ KSA 2026 stands as a premier platform for leadership, innovation, and digital excellence.
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