Operator Notes
The Monday Morning Preflight
How AI agents turn Friday's loose ends into Monday's operating rhythm. Demos are easy. Monday morning is the test.
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I Don't Code. I Brief Agents.
Agentic AI from the operator's chair: how business operators and teams turn intent into working software by briefing AI agents, not writing code.
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Confessions of an Accidental Vibe Coder
How a UAE business operator started building software by briefing AI agents instead of writing code. I call it vibe coding in a suit.
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After the Prompt: The Operator's Harness
Prompt engineering helped us talk to AI. Harness engineering is how we make AI work, and why every serious AI agent needs a Self-Improvement Protocol.
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Industry · May 2026Make it in the Emirates 2026 at ADNEC, with our MD and CEO
Visited Make it in the Emirates 2026 (MIITE) at ADNEC with our MD and CEO Amal Vijayakumar and Vimal Vijayakumar.
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Community · Apr 2026Welcoming the India Social & Cultural Centre's 2026 leadership
Al Zaabi Group welcomed ISC Abu Dhabi's newly elected 2026 leadership for a conversation on community partnership, cultural harmony and the UAE's spirit of unity in diversity.
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Community · Dec 2025Honoured at the India Fest 2025 launch, India Social Centre
Al Zaabi Group was honoured at the launch of India Fest 2025 at the India Social Centre, Abu Dhabi, a successful three-day festival and a celebration of community engagement.
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Strategic Partnership · Jul 2025Exclusive UAE distribution partnership with Birla White
Al Zaabi Group enters an exclusive agreement to bring Birla White, the white-cement and wall-care brand of Grasim Industries (Aditya Birla Group), to the UAE, hosting MD Himanshu Kapania.
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Partnership · Jul 2025Henkel Polybit training at NH47
As a strategic distributor for Henkel, our team went deep on their waterproofing, tiling and flooring range in a hands-on session, practical knowledge for construction and building projects.
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Al Zaabi Premier League 2025: the finals
The semi-finals and grand final of the Al Zaabi Premier League, our group cricket tournament celebrating team spirit, energy and a bit of healthy competition across the companies.
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Our annual Iftar gathering at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche
Al Zaabi Group hosted its annual Iftar at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche, an evening of reflection and connection with guests from the Royal Family, government, business partners and the community during Ramadan.
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Milestone · Feb 2025Celebrating 360 years of Saint-Gobain in Abu Dhabi
Yesterday, we celebrated 360 years of Saint-Gobain with a successful event held at one our branches in Abu Dhabi with the SG Demo Van, showcasing the innovation of Saint-Gobain Weber France & Gyproc.
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Recognition · Jan 2025Recognized as a Bosch Leading Distributor for 2024
We are honored to have been recognized as one of the Leading Distributors for 2024 by Bosch Middle East and Central Motors & Equipment, part of ALFAHIM, at their recent event.
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Recognition · Nov 2024Named a Leading Distributor by Saint-Gobain
It is an incredible honor for Al Zaabi Group to be awarded as one of the Leading Distributor for Saint-Gobain Gyproc at the 4th Saint-Gobain Gypsum Trophy Awards 2024!
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A distinguished visit to NH47 by Sheikh Mohamed Bin Ahmed Al Nahyan
Sheikh Mohamed Bin Ahmed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan visited NH47 Restaurant, Al Zaabi Group's Indian-cuisine destination in Madinat Zayed, praising its flavours, hospitality and ambiance. A milestone moment.
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A year of learning that changed my perspective
Over the past year, I've embarked on a journey that has not only challenged my perspectives but also transformed the way I approach leadership.
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Completed INSEAD's Transforming Your Business with AI course
I am thrilled to share that I have successfully completed the "Transforming Your Business with AI" course from INSEAD Executive Education!
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Strategic Partnership · Mar 2024Strategic partnership with Asian Paints across the UAE
Al Zaabi Group enters a strategic partnership with Asian Paints, one of the world's largest paint manufacturers, to represent the brand across the UAE. Hosting Amit Syngle, MD and CEO of Asian Paints.
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Strategic Partnership · Mar 2024A new chapter with Jaquar & Company
A New Chapter: Al Zaabi Group & Jaquar & Company Private Limited With great enthusiasm, we announce a pivotal partnership between Al Zaabi Group and Jaquar, India's largest bathroom solutions company.
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Strategic Partnership · Feb 2024Partnering with Signify, the world's No. 1 lighting company
Proud to announce Al Zaabi Group's partnership with Signify International BV, the World's No.1 lighting company.
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Completed the Strategy in the Age of Digital Disruption course
I am thrilled to share that I have successfully completed the Strategy in the Age of Digital Disruption course offered by INSEAD Executive Education.
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Partnership · Aug 2023Recognition from the DAMAC Properties team
Thanks to the entire DAMAC Properties team for the recognition of the efforts and hard work of the entire team of AMIGO Properties - Real Estate.
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Strategic Partnership · Jun 2023Team visit to AL-MUNTADA, Saint-Gobain's Knowledge Space
We were thrilled to welcome 40 team members of the Al Zaabi Group to AL-MUNTADA - Knowledge Space by Saint-Gobain.
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Strategic Partnership · Mar 2023AMIGO Properties and Docsta launch the UAE Real Estate Academy
AMIGO Properties - Real Estate is proud to announce its partnership with Docsta to launch the UAE Real Estate Academy.
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Speaking · Feb 2023Speaking on sustainability at the Orbit Coatings launch
It was a pleasure to speak on the subject of sustainability at the international launch of Orbit Coatings Pvt Ltd products in UAE.
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Recognition · Nov 2022Recognized by Saint-Gobain for the team's work
Honored to be recognized by Saint Gobain for the hard work of the entire Al Zaabi Group team.
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Partnership with H.H Sheikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan
We are extremely proud and honored to announce the partnership with H.H Sheikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan and welcoming him to our Cosmetic Medical Center located in Abu Dhabi.
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Book recommendation: Never Split the Difference
Book Recommendation: A must read for all professionals for excellent negotiating wisdom. Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It.
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Strategic Partnership · Apr 2018New collaboration: Adam & Eve and Al Borg
Congrats on the start of a new collaboration. All the best to the team of Adam & Eve and Al Borg.
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Adam & Eve Grand Opening, March 2018
We look forward to seeing you all at the Grand Opening. Al Zaabi Group would like to welcome you.
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Award ceremony for Al Zaabi Automotive
Great Achievement for the entire team! Keep it going in 2018. Award Ceremony for Al Zaabi Automotive.
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Advanced analytics gives business models an edge
Incorporation of advanced analytics in a business model provides much required edge in a competitive market. Adopting these methodologies will help to build a growth model.
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What does Prateek Saxena write about?
Prateek writes essays on agentic AI, vibe coding in a suit, AI harness engineering and the operating systems behind real businesses, alongside notes on leadership, finance and the UAE real economy. Key terms are defined on the definitions page.
What is the In a Suit series?
In a Suit is Prateek Saxena's essay series about doing modern technical work from the business operator's chair. The series so far: Vibe Coding in a Suit (No. 1), I Don't Code. I Brief Agents. (No. 2) and The Monday Morning Preflight (No. 3). It grew out of the prologue essay, After the Prompt: The Operator's Harness.
What is the Logbook?
The Logbook is the record beside the essays: partnership stories and recognitions with brands such as Saint-Gobain, Bosch, Henkel, Birla White, Asian Paints and Jaquar, plus events and milestones from Al Zaabi Group's businesses across the UAE.