Information and communication technology is the main pillar of the digital economy, and it is defined as all the physical components of computers and off-the-shelf software in addition to the communication networks and other equipment required for processing, storage, display, and equipment. Information and communication technology provides a unique platform to host a large number of development services, such as trade, Earth observation services and climate change, and in a way, e-health, remote work, e-learning, e-learning. Hence, investing in these technologies will help to ensure that solutions are found to meet the challenges of sustainable development. This research focuses on the need for a digital economy and harnessing it in order to contribute to achieving sustainable development. In it, the importance of the digital economy was presented, And its importance in working to improve the performance of human resources by empowering individuals by re-thinking training, rehabilitation and continuous development programs, because the digital economy is characterized by weak reliance on the traditional human element, In addition to the difficulty of the ability of social systems to withstand environmental differences in the light of the digital economy, as it focuses on planning and development strategies and works to promote the balanced exploitation of wealth, and some conclusions were drawn about its role in achieving sustainable development, from which many developing countries could benefit.
