With the convergence of CITs and the emergence of what is being called the 'information' or 'knowledge' society, knowledge and information has become a more important determinant of our economic, social and cultural lives. Therefore the means of control of production and dissemination of information have also become vital.  Due to the growing importance of CIT as an engine of economic growth and development, the Forum established the IT Strategy Group.

 Objectives
The Strategy Group will work towards highlighting the importance of this key sector and its contribution to rapid economic growth.

Provide the private sector perspective in developing the required legal framework for allowing growth in the IT sector.

Encourage the establishment of inter-Arab connectivity plan that is officially accepted and funded

Special events shall be arranged to promote development objectives that will pave the way to greater global competitiveness.

Strategy Group Work Plan
-  Participate in the preparations of the Forum's annual Conference on Communications and Information Technology in the Arab World.

-  Participate in the promotional trips, pres conferences, and similar events to market the conference in Egypt and abroad.

-  Provide an environment for research and development in collaboration with private initiatives.

Develop new strategies and ideas to create a competitive environment with the CIT sector in Egypt.

-  Emphasize training programs required for building capabilities and developing human resources to allow for CIT growth in Egypt.

Governance
The Group has a chairman and a vice-chairman.

The Group will hold a minimum of one meeting per month, and is reporting to the Forum's Executive Board. The Group may hold more than one meeting when necessary.

Contacts
Co-Chairman: Ahmed Samy, HP.& Karim Fahmy, Intel.
E-mail: itsg@eieforum.org