Empowering SMEs: QRDI, QDB Wrap Up Product Management Bootcamp.

Doha: Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council, in collaboration with Qatar Development Bank (QDB), has successfully concluded yet another Strategic Product Management Bootcamp marking it as the seventh edition, designed for entrepreneurs and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). This initiative is designed to provide Qatar's SMEs with the expertise needed to excel in today's competitive marketplace. According to Qatar News Agency, the program provided valuable insights and featured compelling stories from guest speakers and entrepreneurs, who shared the challenges of their paths to success. Over the course of five days, participants engaged in a range of interactive activities, starting with an in-depth exploration of the 5D framework through advanced market research techniques. They learned to identify different types of business roadmap and participated in focused sessions on customer engagement and product launch preparation. These sessions covered every aspect of the launch process, fro m creating a launch plan and addressing potential delays to managing stakeholder expectations. On the final day, participants presented pitches of their final propositions, showcasing the key insights and skills they had acquired throughout the training. The SME training program provided a dedicated networking space, offering participants a valuable platform to connect with industry experts and fellow entrepreneurs, which allowed attendees to gain fresh insights, share their own experiences, and build meaningful connections that could support their professional growth and business ventures. Aysha Abdulhameed Al Mudahka, RDI Program Director at QRDI Council, highlighted that empowering Qatar's entrepreneurs and SMEs is central to the council's mission. Through the promotion of innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, QRDI is actively building a robust and competitive SME ecosystem enriched with a diverse pool of RDI talent. She added that this training program aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030 and reflects the council's commitment to driving a sustainable, innovation-driven future, and that their ongoing programs are meticulously designed to equip participants with the essential skills and strategic insights needed to enhance their services and products, positioning Qatar as a global leader in research, development, and innovation.