Eren Ozdemir

Eren Ozdemir

Disciplined Agile Expert at PMI

Eren Ozdemir is a prominent leader in project management, agility, and PMO leadership. As the leader of PMI’s Disciplined Agile Community of Practice and a certified Disciplined Agile expert, he is recognized for his expertise in driving transformative change across traditional project management and agile methodologies.

With experience spanning over 10 industries, Ozdemir has guided numerous organizations on their strategic transformation journeys, delivering sustainable results. He is also a pioneer in modernizing PMOs and transitioning them into Agile Management Offices, offering innovative solutions tailored to organizational needs.

As the author of three books, Ozdemir shares his insights and expertise with a global audience. He is the co-founder of Future Agile, a consultancy firm operating in Turkey, the USA, the UK, and Dubai, dedicated to helping companies achieve their business goals through agile and strategic practices.

Eren Ozdemir continues to lead organizations in implementing globally recognized best practices in project management and agility, enabling them to achieve their strategic objectives.

11:45 am - 12:15 pm
Technical Session Room A

Presentation- TECHNICAL TRACK: Disciplined Agile - Choose Your Way of Working

This session focuses on how organizations can effectively utilize Disciplined Agile (DA) and hybrid project management approaches to create pragmatic transformation roadmaps. By combining the flexibility of DA with structured hybrid methodologies, this talk aims to address common organizational challenges and deliver actionable strategies for achieving business agility. Key highlights include: Disciplined Agile Toolkit: Exploring how DA supports adaptive and pragmatic approaches, focusing on tailoring processes to organizational contexts rather than adhering to rigid frameworks.Value Stream Assessments: Understanding how to identify inefficiencies, optimize workflows, and align business objectives with delivery capabilities. Portfolio and Program Management: Discussing strategies for transitioning from project-centric to product-centric planning, emphasizing value-driven prioritization and execution.Hybrid Approaches: Bridging traditional project management with agile practices to address specific needs, including capacity management, vendor collaboration, and team enablement.

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Room 1 - Al Taif Meeting Room

Presentation- WORKSHOP: Advancing Construction Excellence: Innovations in Technology Integration will explore the transformative impact of emerging technologies on the construction industry

This session will delve into the integration of advanced technologies that are reshaping construction practices.

Innovative Construction Platforms: The development of integrated suites that combine industry-trusted applications with common data environments, enabling effective collaboration among owners and delivery teams. These platforms facilitate resource orchestration and transform data into actionable intelligence, promoting continuous improvement across project planning, delivery, and operations.

Industry Innovation Labs: Simulated worksites demonstrating the transformative power of technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), drones, autonomous equipment, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. These labs serve as testing grounds for innovative solutions that drive digital transformation in construction and engineering.

Case Studies and Real-World Applications: Insights into how leading construction firms have leveraged these technologies to enhance project outcomes, improve efficiency, and drive innovation in their operations.