H.H. Sheikh Mohammed unveils AI-backed system to monitor performance
In a post on social media platform X, Sheikh Mohammed said the system will use AI algorithms to support in decision-making, track the progress of plans and strategies, and enhance the government's ability to anticipate future challenges and opportunities.
"Continuous improvement is fundamental to government work. We see pausing development as a step backward," he added.
"Our belief remains: 'There may be no perfect system, but every system can be improved and developed'."
. @HHShkMohd: We have launched a new performance measurement system in the Federal Government designed to support decision-making, track the progress of plans and strategies, and enhance the government's ability to anticipate future challenges and opportunities through the use of… pic.twitter.com/HY5Fid0sqg
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 9, 2025
On July 6, Sheikh Mohammed had unveiled the UAE Federal Government Strategic Plan 2031 with a focus on leveraging AI to "streamline processes and improve management of resources".
He described it as a move to switch to "a new chapter in shaping a smarter, faster and more efficient government".
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