Saudi Arabia’s Youth Shaping Future Leaders in Project Management
In an exclusive interview with Arab News at the Global Project Management Forum in Riyadh, Americo Pinto, managing director of the Project Management Office Global Alliance, emphasized the significant impact of Saudi Arabia’s drive towards a brighter future on today’s youth and tomorrow’s leaders in the project management sector.
Proactive Approach Towards Future Leaders
Pinto highlighted the young people in the Kingdom as the cornerstone for substantial development, noting a proactive approach in the region towards preparing future leaders. He praised Saudi Arabia for looking ahead and preparing their leaders for the future, emphasizing that the future is now.
Energy and Enthusiasm in the Region
Reflecting on the unique energy and enthusiasm for project management in the region, Pinto expressed his excitement for being part of it. He compared the region’s approach to project management with others and noted a different kind of energy that makes him happy to witness.
AI – The Future of Project Management
Pinto discussed industry trends and highlighted artificial intelligence as the most significant trend in the project management sector. He emphasized the transformative potential of AI in enhancing operations and overall results for companies, urging PMO leaders to embrace it for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
PMOGA Leading the Way
With the Middle East region boasting the highest number of PMOGA members, Pinto sees great potential for project management development in the area. He also mentioned Saudi companies’ active participation in the annual PMO Global Awards, with Saudi Post winning the World PMO of the Year in 2023.
Anticipating the Impact of AI
Looking ahead, Pinto anticipates AI to be used for calculating possibilities and predicting outcomes in project management. He believes that AI will revolutionize the game, enabling capabilities that are not currently possible.
About PMOGA
Founded in 2017, PMOGA is a global community with over 17,000 members in more than 125 countries. The alliance, acquired by the Project Management Institute last year, continues to lead the way in advancing project management practices worldwide.