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Omani Society for Human Resource Management forum discusses future of work
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Omani Society for Human Resource Management forum discusses future of work

From Times of Oman · () English

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  • The Omani Society for Human Resource Management is holding its sixth forum in Salalah, focusing on the theme "People First: Impact Starts with People."
  • The two-day event gathers leaders, experts, and specialists in human capital, institutional development, and digital transformation from Oman and abroad.
  • Discussions cover the role of human elements in decision-making, institutional intelligence, resilient leadership, and human capital development, aiming to foster innovative work environments.

Salalah is hosting the sixth forum of the Omani Society for Human Resource Management, an event centered on the theme "People First: Impact Starts with People." This significant two-day gathering brings together executive leaders, experts, and specialists in critical fields such as leadership, human capital, institutional development, and digital transformation. Participants hail from both within the Sultanate of Oman and internationally, underscoring the forum's broad scope.

the human element is the most influential factor in the success of institutions.

— Faisal Hamoud Al SiyabiStating the core belief behind the forum's theme.

The forum commenced under the auspices of HH Sayyid Marwan Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar. In his opening remarks, Faisal Hamoud Al Siyabi, CEO of the Omani Society for Human Resource Management, emphasized the conviction that the human element is the most crucial factor in institutional success. He highlighted the society's ongoing mission to serve as a national platform dedicated to building innovative work environments.

How to Bring People Back to the Heart of Institutional Decisions

— Panel Discussion TitleThe title of a key panel discussion at the forum.

A key segment of the forum was a panel discussion titled "How to Bring People Back to the Heart of Institutional Decisions." This session featured prominent figures including HH Sayyid Marwan Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar; Taher Mabkhout Al Junaibi, Governor of A’Dhahirah; and Mohammed Sulaiman Al Kindi, Governor of North Al Batinah. Moderated by Dr. Ghalib Saif Al Hosni, Chairman of the society's Board of Directors, the discussion explored the vital role of human capital in decision-making processes and the necessary alignment between institutional development and future demands.

Institutional Intelligence

— Said Abdullah Al BalushiTitle of a working paper presented at the forum.

The program also included several insightful working papers presented by various experts. Topics ranged from "Institutional Intelligence" and "Resilient Leadership in an Era of Transformation" to "Human Capital: From an Operating Cost to a National Value" and "The Family as the Core of Protection and Empowerment." These presentations aimed to share the latest practices in employee experience development and foster expertise exchange between public and private sectors, ultimately highlighting the importance of investing in human resources.

Transitioning from the Digitalization of Services to the Humanization of Digital Systems and Services

— Dr. Ahmed Mohsen Al GhassaniTitle of a working paper presented at the forum.
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