Dammam, Saudi Arabia – November 11, 2026

The Secondary Industrial Institute in Dammam organized the Quality and Excellence in the Age of Artificial Intelligence Forum 2026 on November 10, bringing together 60 experts and specialists in quality management, institutional excellence, and artificial intelligence.

Held in conjunction with World Quality Week, the forum was supervised by the Technical and Vocational Training Administration in the Eastern Province.

The event focused on institutional quality, sustainable excellence, and the growing role of AI in improving performance indicators and technical training outcomes.

Artificial Intelligence and Performance Measurement

One of the forum's central themes was the use of artificial intelligence to develop institutional performance indicators.

Discussions explored how modern technologies can support performance evaluation and continuous improvement across training institutions.

The forum highlighted the importance of adapting quality management practices to ongoing technological developments.

Moving from Compliance to Excellence

Participants discussed the transition from compliance to institutional excellence, emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement beyond meeting basic requirements.

The program also addressed the sustainability of quality in accreditation processes and the need to maintain and improve institutional performance over time.

Four Research Papers and a Panel Discussion

The forum featured four research papers and one panel discussion, covering topics related to quality, institutional excellence, and artificial intelligence.

The program provided an opportunity for participants to exchange expertise and explore modern approaches to strengthening training quality.

Improving Technical Training Outcomes

The forum also reviewed contemporary practices designed to enhance training quality and support sustainable institutional excellence.

These discussions reflected the importance of aligning training practices, institutional development, and technological innovation.

Supporting Saudi Vision 2030

The event forms part of the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation's broader efforts to promote quality management, strengthen institutional performance, and adopt emerging technologies.

Its objectives align with Saudi Vision 2030, particularly efforts to develop human capabilities and improve the effectiveness of technical and vocational training.

The forum highlighted the potential of combining quality management principles with artificial intelligence to support more effective and future-ready training institutions.