St. Petersburg State Institute of Technology (Technical University) is a leading Russian university in the field of chemistry, chemical technology, biotechnology, nanotechnology, mechanics, information technology, management and economics.
St. Petersburg State University of Economics is one of the largest economic universities in Russia.
In the period from 10 to 20 May 2023, a digital expedition around St. Petersburg started. At the invitation of the leadership of SPbSTI and SPbSUE, Vice-Rector for Digitalization of the Peoples’ Friendship University named after Academician A. Kuatbekov Yessenov M.K. was sent to get acquainted with the material and technical base, conduct preliminary negotiations with the IT management of this university, adopt experience in a “soft” transition to digital transformation; establishing partnerships with St. Petersburg State University of Economics in the field of digital transformation, information and cyber security, smart city, data visualization; and participation in the 7th section “Managing the processes of professionalization of youth in the digital society” of the National scientific and practical conference with international participation “Human-centered management: the future of the digital society”.
Digitalization is undoubtedly becoming a significant topic at global forums and international conferences assessing the future of the world. We live in an exciting era where technology is rapidly transforming into innovations such as artificial intelligence, big data and fintech that are driving change and reshaping businesses, markets and economies around the world. Digitization is the great equalizer of opportunity. Investing in digital education, infrastructure and services can support the achievement of multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals.
