From Aerospace to AI: How Dr. Ramy Ashour is Reimagining Digital Transformation for the Modern World
From Aerospace to AI: How Dr. Ramy Ashour is Reimagining Digital Transformation for the Modern World
From Aerospace to AI: How Dr. Ramy Ashour is Reimagining Digital Transformation for the Modern World
In a world defined by rapid digital shifts and ever-increasing technological complexity, few leaders have been at the heart of transformation across as many sectors as Dr. Ramy Ashour. From defense and aerospace to renewable energy and next-gen eCommerce, Dr. Ashour’s career spans decades of innovation, leadership, and impact. Today, as the CEO of Digital Crafts Consulting (DC), he’s building a global consultancy that bridges the gap between strategy and execution—redefining what it means to deliver real transformation through technology.
In this exclusive interview with Globally24, Dr. Ashour opens up about his journey, the ethos behind his company, and what it takes to build a future-ready business in an increasingly complex world.
A Journey Through Innovation and Impact
Reflecting on key milestones in his career, Dr. Ashour shares how his early roles shaped his outlook. “One of the earliest milestones was my time at Lockheed Martin,” he recalls, where he served as Chief Architect working on aircraft systems and satellite programs. “It gave me a strong sense of responsibility and shaped how I approach complex, high-stakes systems.”
From there, he moved to Amazon AWS, where he led global cloud teams and learned the art of scaling innovation at speed. His subsequent leadership role as Global Head Of Digital Transformation at Siemens brought him face-to-face with sustainability and smart infrastructure, a chapter that introduced him to digital twin systems and AI analytics for solar performance.
But the most defining moment came when he launched Digital Crafts Consulting—a firm designed to merge the agility of a startup with the technical excellence of an enterprise. “I wanted to create something of my own… where we don’t just deliver tech, but unlock transformation.”
From Vision to Execution: The Mission Behind Digital Crafts
So what inspired him to step out of the corporate world? Dr. Ashour noticed a recurring challenge across industries: a disconnect between vision and execution. “I saw the same problem again and again—great strategy, poor follow-through,” he explains. Digital Crafts was born from a desire to bridge that gap, offering both strategic advisory and deep technical execution.
His team—spread across the US, Europe, India, and the Middle East—works with clients ranging from ministries and government bodies to Fortune 500s and fast-scaling startups. “We build with purpose, speed, and clarity,” he says.
An Innovation Culture That Delivers
Innovation isn’t confined to a department at DC—it’s a company-wide mindset. “We ask ‘what if’ and ‘why not’ on every project,” Dr. Ashour says. A standout example came from a logistics client struggling with last-mile delivery inefficiencies. Instead of recommending standard tools, the team developed an AI-driven predictive engine, improving delivery performance by 22%. “Innovation doesn’t have to mean inventing new tech—it’s about applying it intelligently.”
Building a Magnet for Top Talent
Dr. Ashour attributes the company’s success to its people-first culture. “We attract high-caliber professionals because of the quality of work we do—and the trust we place in our team.” DC hires for depth, curiosity, and impact, and then empowers people to lead, create, and grow. “Our distributed team feels like a unified force because we prioritize transparency, collaboration, and human connection.”
Mentorship, Networking, and Human Connections
Throughout his journey, mentorship has played a pivotal role in shaping Dr. Ashour’s philosophy. “The best mentors didn’t just teach skills—they taught me how to lead with impact.” He now gives back by mentoring young founders and emerging CTOs. “It’s not about collecting contacts. It’s about building meaningful relationships.”
Risk Management as a Discipline, Not a Reaction
When asked how he manages risk, Dr. Ashour outlines a proactive, structured approach spanning technical, operational, and strategic layers. “We embed cybersecurity, redundancy, and compliance from the start.” From piloting new deployments to running ‘what if’ market scenarios, DC ensures agility through preparedness—and by creating a culture where raising red flags is rewarded, not punished.
Adaptability as a Competitive Edge
With industries evolving at breakneck speed, Dr. Ashour emphasizes the importance of modularity and listening. “Trends don’t wait—so we don’t either.” DC has already repositioned itself around AI-driven infrastructure, training teams and rolling out pilots long before the demand peaked. “Being adaptable means being ready to lead the change, not just follow it.”
Words of Wisdom for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
For those building their own path in tech, Dr. Ashour offers a few grounded lessons:
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Solve a real problem.
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Execution matters more than ideas.
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Build with people, not just for people.
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Embrace failure as a teacher.
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Stay true to your values—especially under pressure.
“Too many entrepreneurs chase trends,” he says. “If you can solve one painful problem brilliantly, everything else will follow.”
What’s Next for Digital Crafts?
The long-term vision is clear: to evolve into a global powerhouse in digital transformation. That means turning internal expertise into scalable SaaS products, expanding the firm’s regional footprint, and becoming the go-to partner for smart, AI-powered solutions.
“To stay ahead,” he concludes, “we invest in three things: next-gen tech, exceptional people, and staying deeply connected to our clients’ evolving needs. If we do that, we won’t just survive industry shifts—we’ll help lead them.”
A Final Word
Dr. Ramy Ashour isn’t just building a company—he’s building a philosophy rooted in purpose, precision, and people. At a time when many chase short-term disruption, he reminds us that true innovation comes from long-term clarity and human-first thinking.
With Digital Crafts Consulting, the future isn’t just digital—it’s deliberate, crafted, and deeply connected.
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Interviewed by Globally24 | For features and CEO interviews, contact sales@psnn.in
