Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, received Eric Anziani, Chief Operating Officer of the global company Crypto.com, on Monday morning.
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed welcomed the visiting delegation and commended the productive cooperation between Sharjah and global institutions operating in advanced technology, digital fields, communications, and entrepreneurship. He stressed that such partnerships support Sharjah’s ongoing educational and technological progress, while enhancing its status in the fields of artificial intelligence and Big Data.
Exploring digital infrastructure development
The meeting addressed various topics concerning the development of infrastructure related to communications technologies and advanced digital systems. The conversation also covered Sharjah’s broader digital and technological transformation, aiming to support institutional advancement, create a favourable environment for business growth, and promote the integration of modern technologies in systems used across sectors throughout the emirate.
Crypto.com’s expertise and potential collaboration
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed was briefed on Crypto.com’s international track record, with a particular focus on its presence in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
The company’s involvement in areas such as e-commerce, financial technologies, data systems, and communications was reviewed. Its experience in strategic development and project management has placed it among the leading firms in the sector. Discussions highlighted potential opportunities for collaboration with institutions in Sharjah to support their strategic goals and strengthen infrastructure across business, educational, and practical domains.
Recently, Sheikh Sultan BIn Ahmed welcomed the members of the jury for the “Tamayuz” Institutional Excellence Award.
This award is designed to recognise outstanding performance among organisations under His Highness’s leadership. His Highness believes strongly in promoting a culture of excellence within institutions, improving how they operate, and encouraging friendly competition between government and private sectors.
During their meeting in his office, His Highness received updates on the first round of the Tamayuz award process and approved plans to announce the results at a special ceremony. His Highness also learned about the hard work of the evaluation team and the arbitration committee, including how they assess the performance of various entities based on specific criteria.
The jury shared insights about the applications from different institutions, highlighting their commitment to improving services for individuals and organiSations. His Highness noted that these institutions demonstrated a strong dedication to quality and excellence, which aligns with Sharjah’s ambitious goals for enhancing institutional performance and fostering creativity.
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed also reviewed the most significant developments in the award and the committee’s recommendations aimed at staying current with advancements in quality and excellence for future editions.
His Highness emphasised that the success of these institutions is due to the teamwork and dedication of their employees, who strive to provide exceptional experiences and adopt the best management practices. Launching the Tamayuz award is seen as a way to improve current operations and set an example for other organisations to follow.
His Highness praised the cooperation of various institutions with the award’s jury, noting that this teamwork helps to create an environment focused on continuous improvement. He emphasised the importance of fostering a spirit of positive competition and innovation to achieve top-notch quality and excellence.
The “Tamayuz” Award is all about recognising the efforts of organisations, encouraging friendly competition between public and private entities, boosting efficiency, and focusing on improving institutional performance. The ultimate goal is to implement the best practices and standards in excellence and governance.