1. Workshop on Artificial Intelligence and Data Science for Smart Business Management 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a revolutionary technology that can learn on its own by analysing and discovering patterns in massive amounts of (big) data. It is the theory and practice of building machines capable of performing tasks that seem to require intelligence. AI is simply about making machines and devices ‘intelligent’. Currently, cutting-edge technologies striving to make this a reality include Machine Learning (AI), Artificial Neural Networks (ANN), Deep Learning (DL) and so on.

Data Science, on the other hand, is a dependent domain, upon which the AI domain is reliant. It is a field of study that deals with vast volumes of data using modern tools and techniques to find unseen patterns, derive meaningful information and actionable insights with which guided business decisions are made. Data Science requires the usage of both unstructured and structured data. It uses complex Machine Learning algorithms to build predictive models.  It involves extracting, analysing, visualising, managing and storing data to create insights. These insights help the organisations and corporations to make powerful data-driven decisions. 

This three-day workshop aims at providing essential skills and advanced knowledge in the fields of AI and Data Science, especially as they apply to business and government processes as well as other domains. 

The workshop will provide a platform for developing expertise in applying AI and big data technologies for enhanced service delivery, robust market analysis, improved sales, reliable business decisions, efficient project management and responsible customer supports. It is expected that the workshop will alleviate some of the existing challenges organisations face and help ensure business success.

  • Workshop dates – 4-6 October 2022
  • Venue – University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

 

2. National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA)

As the acknowledged professional authority advocating the development of an inclusive, globally competitive, prosperous and knowledge-based nation, Nigeria Computer Society annually recognises, celebrates and rewards outstanding excellence and contributions of individuals, corporate organisations and policy makers (government); in the acceleration of IT development in Nigeria and the Diaspora through a unique national platform – the National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA). 

This year’s awards will include:

  • Digital Governor of the Year Award
  • IT Personality of the Year Award
  • IT Gold Medal of the Year Award
  • IT Company of the Year Award
  • Youth Innovator of the Year Award
  • Professional& Honorary Fellowship Conferment

The NCS 2022 National Information Technology Merit Awards will take place on Thursday, 24th November, 2022 at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, Nigeria

For more information, visit www.ncs.org.ng