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Future-Proofing: Leading the Caribbean AI Revolution

Digital Transformation in Motion

The UWI is future-proofing itself with an ambitious Digital Transformation initiative, marking 2025/2026 the Year of Acceleration. This bold programme is modernising UWI’s operations, guided by five pillars: Leadership, Digitisation, Technology, Culture, and Customer Experience. Key achievements this year included major technology upgrades, comprehensive training, and the rollout of robust governance and cybersecurity systems. These strides set a new regional standard for digital excellence. Nazir Alladin was appointed the One UWI Digital Transformation Coordinator. Under his stewardship, the system-wide initiative accelerated strategic investments, strengthened project management, and focused on change management, enabling seamless adoption of new systems and processes. The initiative continues to unfold in two phases: first, modernising infrastructure and digitising workflows; second, prioritising culture change and stakeholder engagement. Backed by the Caribbean Development Bank’s $6 million loan and visionary leadership, The UWI is strengthening its reputation as an innovative institution, prepared for the future, and empowering its community.