Supporting Scientific Research Policy

The OCMT'2025 conference may follow several policies to support the scientific research movement and attract high-quality research. These policies may include the following:

• Best Paper Award: To encourage high-quality scientific research, the conference may give awards for the best paper and presentation at the whole conference. The author may be awarded, and their paper may be displayed on the journal webpage for the conference.
• Publication Conditions: OCMT'2025 gives priority to applied empirical studies that aim to overcome business and technology problems faced by institutions and propose solutions. The conference welcomes articles via its submission management system. Authors must follow specific formatting rules, provide an abstract (max. 250 words), and ensure the paper follows the conference’s submission guidelines. Articles must not exceed 10 pages, including references, appendices, tables, figures, and margins.

Participants can choose from several hotels and serviced apartments near the venue. Below are some recommended options, including links for bookings:

• The Boulevard Hotel
  Offers discounted rates for OCMT 2025 attendees. Visit website: https://www.boulevardoman.com/
• Grand Millennium Muscat
  Located approximately 10 minutes from the venue. Visit Website
• Centara Muscat Hotel Oman
  A budget-friendly option. Visit Website
• Al Falaj Hotel
  A mid-range hotel with excellent amenities. Visit Website

Transportation options to the venue will be detailed below.

Stay connected during your visit with Oman’s leading telecom providers:

• Omantel: Offers SIM cards with voice and data packages for travelers. More Info
• Ooredoo: Affordable prepaid and postpaid packages for tourists. More Info

SIM cards are available at the airport and major retail outlets across Muscat.

• Shuttle Service: OCMT will arrange for shuttle service for participants staying at nearby hotels, including the Boulevard Hotel. (Fees may apply)
• Taxi Services: Metered taxis and ride-hailing apps like OTaxi and Marhaba are readily available.
• Car Rentals: Rent a car through trusted providers like Europcar or Budget. Check the rental counters at the airport or book online.

• Most visitors to Oman require a visa.
• • For Visa Support:
    Please send an email to ocmt2025@ocmt.edu.om with the following documents:
  • • A copy of your passport (valid for at least six months).
    • A recent passport-size photo.
    • Details of your travel itinerary and hotel booking.
• We will facilitate the visa process and provide guidance based on your nationality. Ensure your application is submitted at least 3 weeks prior to your travel date.

Conference President

H.E Dr. Nasser Al-Mawali
Chair of Board of Trustees, OCMT

Conference Chair

Dr. Hazem Migdady
Dean, OCMT

Conference Co-Chair

Dr. Randolf Von Salindo
Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Scientific Research

Organising Committee

 Nafla Al Falahi- Assistant Dean for Administrative and Financial Affairs, OCMT

Dr. Mark Doblas- Head, Administrative and Financial Sciences Department, OCMT 

Dr. Mohammad Mastan- Head, Computer Science -Management Information Systems Department, OCMT

Dr. Mohammad Al Nejem-Head, Department of Design, OCMT

Mr. Abdullah Belhadia- Head, Quality Assurance Department, OCMT

Dr. Elnaz Rashadi Gajan- Head, General Foundation Program

Dr. Vishal Dattana- Director, Digital Transformation Project, OCMT 

Dr. Supriya Pulparambil- Head, Scientific Research and Innovation Unit, OCMT

Dr. Abdul Muttaleb M.A. Al Sart, Ahlia University, Bahrain

Prof. Mohammad Nurunnabi, Prince Sultan University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Frank,lin  Nakpodia, Durham University Business School, UK

Dr. Shivoham Singh, Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Hyderabad, India

Dr. L.R Manjunatha, City and Guilds of London Institute, UK

Prof. Dr. Ayesh AlRhoob, Dean, Faculty of Science & Information Technology, Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan

Dr. Mohammed Alfraheed, Dean, Faculty of Information Technology, Tafila Technical University, Jordan

Dr. Vinodh Natarajan, University of Technology Bahrain, Bahrain

Dr. Carl Mark Miniano, De La Salle University, Philippines

Dr. Layla Faisal Alhalwachi, Bahrain Polytechnic, Bahrain

Dr. Cecilia Lagaras, Mindanao State University – IIT, Philippines

Prof. Dr Khalid Sultan, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan

Dr. Izzat Alsmadi, Texas A&M, San Antonio, USA

Dr. Mohammad Otair, Dean, Faculty of Information Technology, Middle East University, Jordan

Dr. G. Jai Arul Jose, BMS Institute of Technology and Management, India

Dr. Sedat Yuksel, Afyon Kocatepe University, Turkey

Dr. Tarek Gasmi, Institut Supérieur d'Informatique et des Techniques de Communication, Tunisia 

Dr. Hassan Y. Tarawneh, Al-Ahliyya Amman University, Jordan

Dr. Tahir Alyas, Lahore Garrison University, Lahore, Pakistan

Dr. Syed M. Adnan Shah, University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila, Pakistan ​

Dr. Masita Jalil, University Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia

Dr. Aziz Bin Deraman, University Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia

Dr. Sanaa Ahmed Kadhim, University of Information Technology and Communications (UoITC), Iraq

Dr. Zuhair Hussein, University of Mustansiriyah, Iraq

Dr. Akram zayan, Alexanderia University, Egypt

Dr. Hamzah Salman Almamori, University of Babylon-Iraq

Dr. Ashraf Mohamed Soliman Mahrous, Kingdom University, Bahrain  

Dr. Abbas Abdo Farea Al-Warafi, Kingdom University, Bahrain 

Dr. Nancy Alajarmeh, Tafila Technical University, Jordan

Dr. Malek El Weriemmi, University of Tunis, Tunisia

Dr. Mahmoud Eqab, Yarmouk University, Jordan

Prof. Dr. Jamal Muhammad Youssef, Helwan University, Egypt

Dr. Jamal Zaraqo, University of Petra, Jordan

Dr. Yaman Y. Sokienah, Yarmouk University, Jordan

Dr. Saed Adnan Mustafa, The American University of Kurdistan, Kurdistan Region of Iraq

DR. OMAR ALMOUSA - Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan

PROF. DR. YAHYA TASHTOUSH- Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan

Online Participation 

The presentations will be made online via MS Teams Platform & in-person (Face-to-Face). Online presentations will be held in a virtual environment.  

• Presentations will be made in real-time video conferencing.
• A separate virtual session will be defined for each session.  
• Virtual sessions will be open to all participants.  
• Presentations will be limited to conference guidelines.

Schedule
The detailed schedule will be provided after the submission deadline .

Strategic Recommendations

The OCMT 2025 conference provided a valuable platform for researchers, academics, and professionals to engage in meaningful discussions across three major themes:

• Participants explored how advanced design principles and smart technologies are transforming urban development, architecture, and engineering.

• Attendees examined how technologies can enhance financial inclusion, especially in emerging markets.

• Sessions highlighted the convergence of AI, cloud infrastructure, blockchain, robotics and their impact on solving complex challenges across sectors like healthcare, logistics, and education.

In alignment with Oman Vision 2040 and the national strategies championed by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation (MOHERI)—as well as in coordination with the Ministry of Transport, IT and Communication—the following recommendations have been developed from the themes, presentations, and discussions of the conference. These proposals emphasize applied innovation, strategic collaboration, and responsiveness to societal and industry needs at the local, regional, and international levels.

A. LOCAL PRIORITIES (Oman)

1. Form a National Multi-Sector Academic-Industry Advisory Council

Establish a national council under the leadership of MOHERI, composed of senior representatives from Oman’s universities, private sector associations (including the Oman Chamber of Commerce and major industry clusters), and relevant government agencies such as the Ministry of Labor and the Ministry of Transport, IT and Communication. The council’s mandate will include regularly reviewing academic curricula, facilitating co-developed research projects, aligning educational programs with labor market forecasts, and expanding experiential learning pathways such as apprenticeships, industry placements, and real-world capstone projects. The council will also oversee national skills mapping initiatives, provide policy advice to align academic output with Vision 2040’s strategic sectors, and recommend agile curriculum updates to reflect technological shifts and economic needs in the Sultanate.

2. Establish a National AI & Innovation Acceleration Lab

Establish a national research and development facility housed in any academic institution with enough capabilities and resources that will serve as a flagship hub for applied innovation in the fields of artificial intelligence, financial technology, smart agriculture, cybersecurity, and digital government solutions. Unlike the existing research groups in universities, which focus primarily on theoretical and academic research, this new lab will emphasize real-world application, prototyping, and implementation. It will not operate as a conventional business incubator, but as a mission-driven, research-intensive experimentation platform.

Equipped with advanced infrastructure, the lab will promote collaborative engagement among students, faculty, government agencies, and the private sector. Strategic alliances will be formed with Oman's digital economy stakeholders and global tech leaders to provide access to real datasets, mentoring, and commercialization pipelines. The lab will support development of deployable solutions focused on solving priority challenges outlined in Oman Vision 2040.

3. Institutionalize Culture-Responsive AI & Design Thinking in Public Projects

Promote ethical and inclusive innovation through collaborative public and private sector projects that prioritize privacy, accessibility, and design principles rooted in the wisdom of Omani culture and tradition. This initiative should focus on embedding culturally grounded innovation into the development of technologies and services, particularly within Oman’s high-impact yet underdeveloped sectors such as agriculture, fisheries, and mining. This initiative aligns with Oman Vision 2040’s commitment to preserving national identity while fostering a forward-looking society built on innovation and sustainability.

These projects should be co-designed with local stakeholders to ensure their authenticity, relevance, and acceptance. Guidelines, templates, and policy toolkits should be developed to institutionalize culture-sensitive design thinking across public digital infrastructure, services, and development projects—reinforcing Oman Vision 2040’s goals of inclusive, sustainable, and culturally rooted national progress.

4. Initiate a “Smart Oman Communities” Student Research Fund

Support applied student and faculty-led research initiatives that directly respond to local development challenges in Omani towns and governorates. The fund will provide seed grants for pilot projects in areas such as smart traffic management systems in urban centers, solar-powered irrigation and microgrid solutions in rural farming communities, and digital health tools for remote healthcare access. Project teams will collaborate with wilayat municipalities, SMEs and other stakeholders to ensure that the solutions are contextually appropriate and community-validated. Results from these pilots will be documented and evaluated for scale-up potential through partnerships with national ministries and development agencies, thereby reinforcing Oman’s commitment to grassroots innovation as envisioned in Oman Vision 2040.

5. Strengthen Technical and Vocational Education Pathways in Digital and Green Sectors

Expand curriculum offerings and certification programs in areas aligned with Oman’s national development priorities, including digital transformation, renewable energy systems, and smart city infrastructure. This expansion should be guided by labor market intelligence and developed in partnership with industry leaders to ensure relevance and employability. Special emphasis should be placed on practical, work-integrated learning and modular credentials that can be accessed by school leavers, mid-career workers, and job seekers. Programs should also address emerging technologies such as IoT, AI for automation, solar and wind energy operations, and sustainable urban planning—equipping Omani youth with the technical skills and adaptive competencies required to thrive in the rapidly evolving economy envisioned under Oman Vision 2040.

B. REGIONAL PRIORITIES (GCC Focus)

6. Build a GCC Research Sharing Network

Create an integrated research-sharing platform among strategic partner universities and colleges across the GCC region. This platform should be jointly operated and co-financed by the respective higher education ministries of the GCC states, with governance support from a rotating regional academic council leadership. It will host digital databanks/repositories of conference outputs, promote cross-border research projects, and facilitate policy-relevant academic dialogue to support innovation and sustainable development goals.

7. Develop Regional Capacity-Building Bootcamps on AI, Blockchain & Cybersecurity

Coordinate a series of short, intensive, and hands-on training programs focused on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain applications, and cybersecurity protocols. These bootcamps should be hosted in collaboration with regional universities, technology parks, and professional associations, and be held across various GCC cities to ensure geographical inclusivity. Each bootcamp will include industry-led modules, practical labs, and certification tracks co-endorsed by national education and labor ministries. They should also prioritize the inclusion of youth, women, and mid-career professionals, offering them access to regional mentorship networks and pathways to internships or employment opportunities in the digital sector.

8. Create Regional Task Forces for Community-Based Tech Deployment Pilots

Facilitate the formation of interdisciplinary task forces comprising university researchers, municipal governments, industry professionals, and NGOs from GCC countries. These task forces should be mandated to design, implement, and evaluate targeted pilot projects that address community-level digital challenges, such as improving digital literacy among marginalized populations, enhancing rural internet connectivity, and deploying clean-tech solutions for local waste or water management. Each pilot should be designed with measurable outcomes, community engagement mechanisms, and scalability plans. Task forces will be supported through intergovernmental funding frameworks and guided by a regional steering committee to ensure coherence, replicability, and alignment with broader national innovation strategies across the GCC region.

C. INTERNATIONAL PRIORITIES

9. Institutionalize Post-Conference Global Research Impact Plans

Align future OCMT conference themes with Oman’s United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) commitments by focusing on areas of national significance and global relevance. Beginning with OCMT 2026, curate thematic tracks that address sustainable development challenges—such as digital equity, renewable energy, food security, and water sustainability—through OCMT’s core strengths in Computer Science, MIS, Business Technologies, and Design Innovation.

This targeted approach will reinforce Oman’s leadership in SDG implementation, elevate the global impact of local research, and position OCMT as a regional driver of innovation for sustainable and inclusive development under Oman Vision 2040.

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