Digital Transformation & Innovation

Date and Time

Date: Aug 10–14, 2026, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Venue

Kigali, Rwanda.

Overview

The Digital Transformation & Innovation Training Program is designed to equip leaders and professionals with the knowledge, mindset, and tools required to leverage digital technologies and innovation to improve performance, efficiency, service delivery, and competitiveness.

The program focuses on strategic digital transformation, innovation leadership, emerging technologies, change management, and value creation, enabling organizations to move beyond digitization toward sustainable, technology-enabled transformation.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and drivers of digital transformation

• Develop and implement digital transformation strategies

• Lead innovation and manage technology-driven change

• Identify and leverage emerging technologies for value creation

• Build agile, customer-centric, and innovative organizations

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Training Benefits

Participants and organizations will gain:

• Improved digital leadership and strategic foresight

• Enhanced innovation capability and organizational agility

• Better alignment between technology, strategy, and business goals

• Increased efficiency, service quality, and competitiveness

• Reduced resistance to change and improved adoption of digital initiatives

• Practical tools for leading digital and innovation initiatives

Who Should Attend

• This program is ideal for:
• • Senior executives and managers
• • Heads of ICT, digital, and innovation
• • Public sector and county government officials
• • Financial services and corporate leaders
• • Project and program managers
• • NGO and development organization leaders
• • Change managers and transformation champions

Workshop Outline / Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Digital Transformation

• Digital transformation vs digitization

• Drivers and trends of digital change

• Organizational readiness

Module 2: Digital Strategy & Leadership

• Developing a digital vision and roadmap

• Leadership roles in digital transformation

• Aligning digital strategy with organizational goals

Module 3: Innovation Mindset & Culture

• Building an innovation-driven culture

• Design thinking principles

• Encouraging creativity and experimentation

Module 4: Emerging Technologies Overview

• AI, data analytics, cloud, IoT, and automation

• Technology selection and adoption

• Technology trends and risks

Module 5: Customer-Centric Digital Transformation

• User experience and service design

• Digital customer journeys

• Measuring customer value

Module 6: Data, Analytics & Digital Intelligence

• Data-driven decision-making

• Business intelligence and analytics

• Managing data as a strategic asset

Module 7: Process Digitization & Automation

• Business process re-engineering

• Workflow automation

• Efficiency and productivity gains

Module 8: Agile & Innovation Project Management

• Agile and lean methodologies

• Managing digital projects

• Rapid prototyping and iteration

Module 9: Cybersecurity, Privacy & Digital Risk

• Cyber threats and risk management

• Data protection and compliance

• Building digital resilience

Module 10: Change Management in Digital Transformation

• Managing resistance to digital change

• Communication and stakeholder engagement

• Building digital capabilities

Module 11: Digital Governance & Ethics

• Governance frameworks for digital initiatives

• Ethical use of technology

• Accountability and oversight

Module 12: Innovation Ecosystems & Partnerships

• Collaboration with startups and partners

• Open innovation models

• Managing innovation networks

Module 13: Measuring Digital Transformation Success

• KPIs and metrics for digital initiatives

• Benefits realization

• Continuous improvement

Module 14: Sustainability & Responsible Innovation

• Green technology and sustainability

• Social impact of digital transformation

• Responsible and inclusive innovation

Module 15: Capstone – Digital Transformation & Innovation Action Plan

• Case studies and best practices

• Development of organizational digital roadmaps

• Group presentations and feedback

Facilitator

GLI Certified Trainers

Investment / Fees

• Standard Fee: USD 1250 per participant
• Includes training materials, lunch, tea/coffee breaks, and certificate.

Registration Deadline

Aug 8,2026

How to Register

• Register here: https://www.leadership.rw/register/ or click “Register/Apply to Attend”.
• Then, payment details will be shown/visible & automatically emailed to you.
• Once payment is received, you’ll get a confirmation & pre-read pack 1 week before the workshop.
• Need help? Call +250 738 713 619‬ (9 AM–5 PM EAT).

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