How I Work: Mary Ames

In this edition, we speak with Mary Ames, our Director of Strategy, to find out more about her digital approach to work.

Inside XischeWisam AmidMarch 22, 2020remote work, work from home, technology, covid-19

How I Work: Wisam Amid

In this edition, we speak with Xische’s managing director Wisam Amid to find out more about his digital approach to work.

Inside XischeWisam AmidMarch 21, 2020remote work, work from home, technology, covid-19

Issue 51: Adjusting to the New Normal

We’re still working from home and easing our way into a new world of productivity.

Managing A Transition to Remote Work

Gulf News — Xische has been experimenting with remote work for several years. Managing Director Wisam Amid shares insights learned from coordinating teams across 4 continents.

Opinion, Published, Remote WorkWisam AmidMarch 18, 2020coronavirus, covid-19, UAE, remote work

Empathy is the Secret to Remote Work

You or someone you know is working from home. As covid-19 upends traditional office culture, we offer tips learned from years of remote work.

Opinion, Culture, Remote WorkWisam AmidMarch 18, 2020remote work, work from home, technology, covid-19

This Is the Test Edtech Needed

The National — The rapid worldwide transition to distance learning is the stress-test the Edtech sector needed to hit the mainstream.

Issue 50: Our Secret to Remote Work

We’re working from home and sharing our insights on how to transition out of the office.

Issue 49: Education is Transforming in the UAE

The challenges of learning from home.

Can Deep Fakes be Used for Good?

The National — Deepfakes are more than a technology breakthrough. We are experiencing the emergence of a new art form.

Issue 48: Time to Unplug?

Striking the right balance with our devices.

BackstoryWisam AmidFebruary 26, 2020UAE, Dubai, knowledge economy, brand, branding, facebook, small states, estonia, singapore, bias, AI, artificial intelligence, design

Are We Ready for Digital Banks?

The FDIC just approved the first digital bank in the US. At the nexus of the global economy, the UAE is poised to lead a digital banking revolution.

Opinion, Industry 4.0Wisam AmidFebruary 21, 2020dubai, uae, economy, dubai council, fintech, digital banking

How the Dubai Council will Accelerate Dubai

Gulf News — Radical change starts with a bold vision. The Dubai Council is already demonstrating the impact of leadership, collaboration, and technology to accelerate Dubai forward.

Issue 47: The Emerging Emirati Knowledge Economy

Global economic shifts and technology decisions made closer to home.

BackstoryWisam AmidFebruary 19, 2020UAE, Dubai, knowledge economy, brand, branding, facebook, small states, estonia, singapore, bias, AI, artificial intelligence, design

The Path to Urban Resiliency

World urban leaders gathered in Abu Dhabi last month to discuss the future of cities amid expanding global crises. Resiliency through culture will be key.