Baku:The National Artificial Intelligence Center (NAIC) of AZCON Holding recently hosted a two-day international training program in collaboration with the School of Management at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The initiative brought together over 180 executives and specialists from various sectors, including banks, government agencies, private companies, and state-owned enterprises.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, the training, held in Baku from October 31 to November 1, 2026, was part of the "Artificial Intelligence Strategy of the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2025-2028," approved by the presidential decree on March 19, 2025.
Led by Ananth Iyer, Dean and Professor at the School of Management, the program featured real business cases, interactive sessions, and practical assignments. Its primary objective was to transfer international academic experience to local organizations, enhance practical AI skills, and expand AI application opportunities in the public and private sectors.
Participants explored the practical application of AI in finance, accounting, supply chain management, and business analytics. The program emphasized increasing operational efficiency, optimizing business processes, and enhancing data-driven strategic decision-making.
At the conclusion of the program, attendees gained hands-on experience with AI tools in real work scenarios and exchanged insights with peers from various industries. The sessions were designed to bolster participants' skills for applying their newly acquired knowledge within their organizations.
Tuncay Baghirov, Director General of NAIC, highlighted the strategic importance of the initiative, noting the critical role of effectively integrating AI technologies into management and decision-making processes. He emphasized that strengthening organizational capacity in this area is vital for the systematic and sustainable application of AI in Azerbaijan.
The National Artificial Intelligence Center aims to contribute to the development of human capital in AI, facilitate the transfer of international expertise to the local ecosystem, promote AI adoption in various sectors, and accelerate Azerbaijan's digital transformation.