Former Minister of Communications and Mohammad-Javad Azari Jahromi Warn of Technology Avoidance in Crisis Preparedness

The former Minister of Communications, speaking at an unspecified event, highlighted signs of technology avoidance and confusion within organizations during crises. The remarks were reported by Mehr News Agency on October 29, 2026. The official did not mention the Iran 1404 process report in this context. Mohammad-Javad Azari Jahromi, a government official involved in the Iran 1404 process report, made similar remarks during the report's unveiling ceremony on October 28, 2026. The Iranian Labour News Agency reported that Azari Jahromi emphasized the necessity of business readiness to face crises and prevent disruption in efficiency. The two sources differ on the specific context and location of the remarks, with one not mentioning the Iran 1404 process report at all. Both sources agree that organizations must be prepared to maintain efficiency during crisis situations. However, the details of the event and the specific context of the remarks differ between the two outlets, with one focusing on the Iran 1404 process report and the other on general signs of technology avoidance.