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Critical Digital Infrastructure Index
Recognizing the most outstanding leaders in digital transformation across India, Saudi Arabia, Africa & the UAE
Dubai Cloud & Datacenter Convention
September 11, 2025
Saudi Cloud & Datacenter Convention
October 29, 2025
Mumbai Cloud & Datacenter Convention
November 7, 2025
W.Media CDI Index Objectives
We’re not just honoring digital leadership. We would be celebrating those who:
1. Build, manage, or influence critical infrastructure — from data centers and hybrid IT to cloud-native platforms and networks and connectivity.
2. Champion resilience, scalability, and sustainability in their IT strategy.
3. Drive measurable business value through transformation, not just technology implementation.
This initiative goes beyond job titles. We would include CIOs, CTOs, Heads of Infrastructure, Digital Strategy Leads — anyone at the helm of the region's digital and network backbone.
1. Build, manage, or influence critical infrastructure — from data centers and hybrid IT to cloud-native platforms and networks and connectivity.
2. Champion resilience, scalability, and sustainability in their IT strategy.
3. Drive measurable business value through transformation, not just technology implementation.
This initiative goes beyond job titles. We would include CIOs, CTOs, Heads of Infrastructure, Digital Strategy Leads — anyone at the helm of the region's digital and network backbone.
Elite Nominees
Carefully selected leaders from across various industries, representing the pinnacle of excellence in their fields
Beyond Recognition
Featured in C-level panels, research papers, and exclusive closed-door roundtables.
Vetted by the Advisory Board
A jury of senior cloud and infrastructure leaders from our Advisory Board ensures credibility — no pay-to-win fluff.
Who can
Nominate?
Join thousands of industry professionals in celebrating excellence. Your voice matters in recognizing outstanding leadership across your regions digital transformation landscape.
Core Leadership Roles
- Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Oversees all IT operations, including digital infrastructure strategy. - Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Focuses on technology vision, infrastructure development, and scalability. - Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Leads cybersecurity efforts and protects digital assets. - Chief Digital Officer (CDO)
Drives digital transformation and infrastructure modernization. - Director / Head of Infrastructure
Manages infrastructure teams and vendor ecosystems. - VP / Director of IT Operations
Ensures operational continuity across digital platforms.
Infrastructure & Operations Leaders
- Data Center Manager
Oversees physical & virtual data center infrastructure. - Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Lead / Infrastructure Engineering Manager
Ensures uptime, scalability, and resilience of services. - Facilities Manager (Infra-focused)
Responsible for critical physical infrastructure (power, cooling).
Extended Leadership Roles
- Group CIO / Global CIO
Oversees IT strategy across multiple business units or geographies. - Head of Enterprise Architecture
Designs infrastructure frameworks aligned with business goals. - Head of Cloud / Cloud Strategy
Manages cloud adoption and hybrid infrastructure design. - IT Infrastructure Consultant (Partner / Advisor Level)
Advises on modernization, migrations, and architecture. - Technology Risk Leader / Infrastructure Governance Lead
Oversees compliance, risk mitigation, and resilience.
Recognition & Benefits for Awardees
100
Total Recognitions
On-stage recognition at the Cloud & Datacenter Awards 2025
Exclusive coverage, including photo ops, editorial interviews, and spotlight reels
01
Digital citation & Certificate
Receive a personalized digital certificate to commemorate your inclusion in the CDI Index
02
VIP Lounge Access at Flagship Events
Priority seating and closed door meetups with speakers and stakeholders
03
W.Media Top 100 CIO Alumni Circle
Closed-door leadership roundtables at selected conventions
04
Nomination for Jury or Thought Leadership Panels
Eligible to join future award juries, speaker lineups, event panel curation or exclusive thought leadership discussions
05
Exclusive Perks
Invitations to Alumni-only networking evenings and partner briefings with hyperscalers, colocation leaders, and policymakers
06
Meet the Outstanding Nominees
Exceptional leaders driving innovation and transformation across the UAE's most influential organizations
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Ali Alhammadi
Analytics & Data Science Section Head
Department of Government Enablement
Celebrating Outstanding Achievements
Recognizing visionary leaders who are transforming industries, driving innovation, and setting new benchmarks for excellence across the UAE's most prestigious organizations.