In a significant step towards enhancing government operations through digital data and artificial intelligence, Digital Dubai has announced a new initiative aimed at improving data standards in terms of quality, accessibility, and governance.
This initiative seeks to establish a leading platform for government entities to exchange experiences and learn about best practices to enhance the quality of data provided on the Dubai Pulse platform. This platform supports informed decision-making at senior leadership levels and within the broader government ecosystem in the emirate.
The initiative includes a series of workshops focused on data and artificial intelligence, highlighting the digital maturity policy issued by Digital Dubai. This policy encompasses four key pillars: digital experiences, data management, cybersecurity, and information technology governance.
The first phase of the initiative involves 11 government entities, including the Dubai Health Authority, Dubai Land Department, Dubai Customs, General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Department of Economy and Tourism, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Courts, and Dubai Police. More entities will join in the next phase.
Younus Al Nasser, Chief Executive of Dubai Data & Statistics Establishment, emphasized the growing value of data in the digital age.
"Enhancing data quality and management is pivotal for decision-making and developing future solutions, applications, and projects. Given Dubai’s leading position in digital transformation, prioritizing data quality and leveraging artificial intelligence will strengthen Dubai’s position as a global digital city,"
he stated.
Sara Al Zarooni, Director of Data & Statistics Planning & Governance, added,
“This initiative builds on our ongoing collaboration with Dubai Government partners. Our focus is on achieving optimal utilization, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness, and promoting government integration.”
Dubai Data & Statistics Establishment aims to provide a wide range of data through its unified platform, “Dubai Pulse,” which hosts about 1,237 open and shared data systems from 70 entities. The platform serves various stakeholders, including investors, researchers, and entrepreneurs.
The initiative follows a practical methodology that starts with defining data quality, developing measurement mechanisms, proposing improvement methods, and implementing effective management systems. It also focuses on showcasing best practices adopted by each participating entity to achieve shared goals.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
