Task Force to Energise Cayman’s Digital Transformation

The NCFC Government keenly recognises that the world is currently experiencing rapid technological transformation which is altering the way private and public sector conduct business and how individuals learn, live, and work the world over.

The Cayman Islands must therefore keep pace and harness technology responsibly so that it benefits the people of the Cayman Islands. To that aim, the country needs a national framework that helps our people thrive in the evolving digital economy.

And with the launch of the NCFC National Digital Transformation Strategy Taskforce (NDTS), Government has taken a significant step toward achieving that aim.
“We are in an exciting time in the Cayman Islands, and this will affect every facet of society,” said the Premier, the Hon. André M Ebanks MP, during the taskforce’s Monday, 6 October launch at the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort.
Recognising “what we are about to embark upon will be key for our future,” Minister of Innovation the Hon. Isaac Rankine MP told taskforce members their work “will help ensure that our transformation is guided by accountability.”

NDTS members have broad, deep experience in the three pillars that underpin their work, the Premier said. But equally important is their individual and collective passion to proactively help empower the people of the Cayman to make the most of our opportunities today, while also preparing for tomorrow’s economy and job markets.

“Cayman must embrace technological advancements responsibly in order to strengthen our economy, improve our daily lives and prepare the next generation for the future,” said the Premier, who is also Minister of Financial Services and Commerce. 

“Digital transformation is the next logical step and, as we have done with financial services, we’ll proceed with prudency and yet pace.”

Said Minister Rankine, who is also the Minister of Culture, “A stronger, fairer Cayman means adapting to a changing world. And while we embrace our past, we also embrace our future.”

The NDTS’ work is founded upon three pillars.

• Digital Trust
  • Build a secure, resilient and trusted “digital backbone” for the Cayman Islands that allows government, business and society to adopt emerging technologies confidently and sustainably. 
  • This work includes strengthening data governance, expanding digital infrastructure, enhancing cybersecurity, and advancing the relevance of digital identity. 
•  Intelligence and Transformation
  • Harness artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies to modernise Government, empower business innovation and build a future-ready workforce.
  • This includes driving the development of more innovative services, greater competitiveness, and adaptability across Cayman’s digital economy.
• Digital Assets and Economic Growth
  • Future-proof Cayman’s economy through the responsible adoption of digital assets, tokenisation, and emerging financial technologies. 
  • This work strengthens financial services, drives economic diversification and sustains Cayman’s global competitiveness. 

The NDTS is working to a six-month timeframe to deliver guidance and takeaways for Government to consider in moving this initiative forward, said its Chair, Cristina Spratt. 

Joining Ms Spratt on the taskforce are:

• Jeff Goddard
• Kaitlyn Elphinstone
• Jason Nehra
• Dr Alexandra Forsell
• Lucy Frew
• Tamsin Deasey
• Lucia Gallardo
• James McFee

“All of us are honoured to have been selected for this taskforce, and we have a shared purpose – to guide Cayman’s digital transformation in line with global best practices and national priorities. Each of us brings unique expertise and perspective, and it is this diversity of skills and viewpoints that will make our work both meaningful and impactful.” Ms Spratt said.