Artificial intelligence has been the hottest technology trend of the past year and will be the central theme of this year’s ANDICOM ICT Conference, the largest information and communications technology event in Colombia.
Photo: Manuel Martínez Niño, executive eirector of ANDICOM organizer CINTEL.
ANDICOM 2024, which organizer CINTEL will host from September 4-6 in Cartagena’s Complejo Las Américas convention center, will specifically focus on how the “technologIA” (a stylized rendering of the word technology in Spanish to highlight the Spanish acronym for AI) is set to empower and transform society as well as the business world.
“From CINTEL we invite you to explore the unlimited potential of AI technology to drive business success in all economic sectors,” said Manuel Martínez Niño, executive director of CINTEL. “From tackling complex challenges, identifying practical strategies to uncovering new opportunities for growth and prosperity, as we explore how the responsible use of technology can drive transformation, inspire innovation, and create a sustainable future for all.”
Before the 39th annual edition of the formally kicks off, CINTEL will also host a pre-conference gathering of business professionals on September 2 around the themes of smart cities, blockchain and AI impact.
AI’s Potential to Transform
Beyond the main speaker track, the exhibition hall full of industry companies, and Japan serving as the honorary guest country, ANDICOM 2024 will offer academic, commercial, and networking agendas.
The thematic tracks that will be addressed in the academic agenda are:
Day 1: TechnologIA, Business, and Society
Artificial Intelligence, a central component on this day, acts as a catalyst for innovation. ANDICOM 2024 will center the effective application of emerging technologies, as well as the implementation of ethical frameworks and appropriate regulations for social and business development.
Day 2: Innovation and the Digital Future
Countless opportunities will be unveiled on this day, from automation that simplifies repetitive tasks to personalizing experiences. Thanks to data analytics, the digital future promises efficiency, connectivity, transnational trade, and a more equitable world.
Day 3: Digital Ecosystems & Tech Trends Applications
The third day will explore how digital ecosystems are shaping innovation and business growth, from the integration of emerging technologies to the practical application of technology trends. It will look at how these trends are transforming industries and facilitating global collaboration, promoting sustainable development and an inclusive digital economy.
ANDICOM Talks, Thematic Tracks, and More
ANDICOM 2024 will also develop several thematic tracks — focused on AI, Talent and Innovation, Digital Security, Smart Cities and Sustainability, Connectivity, and 5G.
Additionally, as a preamble to this experience, CINTEL recently hosted guests for Live ANDICOM Talks on April 30 that addressed “Artificial Intelligence: a new horizon for companies. Mario Castaño, technical director of CINTEL, hosted the discussion, which included Javier Mauricio Ortiz of Minsait, Lina Bello at NTT DATA Colombia, and Esteban Numa, and Cencosud S.A.
Guests can register for the upcoming ANDICOM 2024 event at Andicom.co/en/home-2024.