Dubai’s government departments to be assessed on future readiness

Dubai’s government departments to be assessed on future readiness

Dubai has launched the world’s first index that will assess government entities’ future readiness. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, launched the index at the World Government Summit (WGS) 2023.

The index aims to improve the readiness of Dubai government entities to tackle global and local challenges, promote innovation, and empower employees to design future strategies. The index aims to position Dubai as a leading city of the future that prioritises well-being and safeguards livelihoods, while also ensuring it is one of the most prepared cities to overcome challenges and leverage future opportunities.

The Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) developed the first-of-its-kind index in collaboration with the Dubai Government Excellence Programme (DGEP).

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said: “We have launched the Dubai Future Readiness Index to continue the government’s journey of excellence started 25 years ago by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The index is designed to ensure that future readiness is a key indicator in evaluating the performance of Dubai government entities.

“To realise our leadership’s vision, government entities must always be prepared for local and global challenges, changes, and opportunities. We encourage our