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As the first platform of its kind in the Arab world, Ibtekr is dedicated to inspiring and enabling innovation across the public sector.

Ibtekr, the knowledge platform of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation, opens the door to a world of possibilities through MOOCs, showcasing case studies, thematic reports, practical manuals and references, and applied innovation tools.

An integrated digital hub empowering innovation capabilities and showcasing public sector innovations from around the world.

Ibtekr is the world’s first platform dedicated to public sector innovation in the Arab world. Inspired by the the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to make innovation a daily practice and an integral responsibility of everyone in government.

The platform works to embed innovation into the very fabric of government missions, building a culture where innovation, experimentation, and problem-solving are part of everyday work. Ibtekr reflects the UAE Government’s commitment to investing in people, developing their capabilities, and empowering them to create impactful models that address the challenges of the future.

Through partnerships with leading innovators and institutions worldwide, Ibtekr delivers innovative ideas, proven practices, and transformative tools to enable governments to turn ambition into action and vision into lasting impact.

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Featured Reports and Guides

Explore a curated library of reports and resources showcasing the best in government innovation aiming to highlight proven practices, innovative initiatives, and insights from around the world:

⚒️ Toolkit

Systemic Design Toolkit

The toolkit features 11 innovation tools that guide users through the stages of systemic design, promoting a holistic approach to solving complex, interconnected challenges such as environmental issues, healthcare, and urban development. It supports sustainable, comprehensive solutions by encouraging collaboration across disciplines and sectors, and provides a structured, creative method for addressing multifaceted problems.

Featured Case Studies This Week

Discover a selection of inspiring case studies from around the world—bringing you fresh ideas and practical insights every week to spark innovation.

The Deviation Game: A Japanese Innovation Rekindling Human Creativity in the Age of Algorithms

In a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, a deceptively simple game emerging from Japan, “Deviation Game,” is making a bold statement: human creativity still holds a unique power that no machine can replicate. By nudging players to think beyond conventional cues and craft ideas that defy algorithmic imitation, the project highlights not just the current limitations of AI, but the irreplaceable essence of human expression.
 . 19 January 2026

The New DGP: A Data Tool that Aims to Track Inequality in Real-time

Experts are gaining a direct view of the economy’s core dynamics, uncovering not only the scale of growth but also who truly benefits from it. This American initiative provides policymakers with powerful tools to track and respond to disparities in real time, introducing a groundbreaking innovation that redefines how the economic landscape is understood.
 . 19 January 2026

Redesigning Comfort: The Navy’s Quest for Better Uniforms for Female Sailors

In the US Navy, one of the most demanding work environments in terms of precision and efficiency, the administration observed female personnel feeling restricted by the standard uniform. It embarked on an ambitious mission to redesign it using an innovative, data-driven, and inclusive approach, ensuring it met their needs and the nature of their duties while remaining a symbol of professionalism, identity, and unity.
 . 19 January 2026

How Technology is Helping Track Graffiti to Fight Hate Crimes in Canada

In the era of artistic freedom, a creative product can either inspire peace or embody intolerance. In Canada, a nation that prides itself on its diversity, the spread of hate cannot be permitted, even within an artistic framework. Consequently, the city of Edmonton launched the "Lighthouse" initiative, harnessing the power of technology to monitor and mitigate expressions of hate.
 . 2 January 2026
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Featured Reports and Guides

Explore a curated library of reports and resources showcasing the best in government innovation aiming to highlight proven practices, innovative initiatives, and insights from around the world:

⚒️أداة

Systemic Design Toolkit

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation, in collaboration with the UK Design Council, has developed the Arabic version of the recently launched Systemic Design Toolkit by the Design Council. The toolkit includes 11 innovation tools that cover the stages of systemic design and encourages individuals to adopt a holistic approach when addressing complex and interconnected challenges—such as environmental issues, healthcare, and urban development. These types of challenges require solutions that go beyond traditional problem-solving methods by considering how different factors and stakeholders influence one another, thereby fostering the development of comprehensive and sustainable solutions. The toolkit also enhances the innovation process by offering a structured way to creatively address challenges and promotes cross-disciplinary and cross-sector collaboration, allowing for the exchange of diverse perspectives and expertise in tackling interconnected issues.
🔬تقرير

Government Technology 5.0

The Gov. Tech. 5.0 report includes 11 pioneering models of emerging technology applications in the government sector from various countries around the world. Its aim is to share governmental knowledge and enable entities to find innovative solutions that enhance their future readiness and positively impact government performance and society. The report seeks to enrich governmental knowledge by highlighting the best international experiences in the fields of digital and technological transformation, reflecting the center’s vision to empower government entities to anticipate the future and adopt innovative and flexible operating models.
الأطر

UAE Public Sector Innovation Framework

In 2015, the UAE Government launched the first Government Innovation Framework. This framework introduced the Innovation Process and the seven Stages of Innovation. Since then, Government entities have created thousands of innovations, innovations that have touched the lives of everyone in the UAE.

As we strive towards achieving our national agenda, and driven by the vision of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, we recognize that the world is continuously changing. The world of today brings different types of challenges and increasing uncertainty.

Public sector innovation itself is changing, bringing in new ideas, and new tools have emerged. The role of public sector innovation has taken center stage, and has become more strategic. The first edition of this framework remains valid and a useful tool for practitioners. This second edition, renamed the “UAE Public Sector Innovation Framework”, was created to keep up with the evolving challenges and mindsets required in the public sector. It complements the first edition and brings additional tools and approaches for this new phase of the innovation journey.

The UAE Public Sector Innovation Framework has been updated to be more strategic and focused on impact and outcomes, and to better align with the machinery of UAE Government. The role of the Chief Innovation Officer has been empowered, giving them the tools and authorities needed to deliver the innovation agenda. While elements of the first edition of the framework have been updated, such as processes related to planning and funding innovation, many of the tools, guidance and checklists of the first edition remain valid.

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation remains available to support entities as they innovate and create a better future for all.
🔬تقرير

Innovations in Public Talent Management Report

The evolving nature of work, coupled with the entry of Generation Z into the workforce, has driven governments and organizations to rethink talent acquisition, management, and retention strategies. In the public sector, this shift is critical as citizen expectations for efficient government services and digital transformation accelerate. However, managing talent effectively remains challenging, with many institutions reporting inefficiencies and high costs in talent programs. Most organizations recognize the need for non-material incentives and better methods for identifying and nurturing skilled employees. Despite these challenges, successful talent management in the government sector can create a positive cycle of improved employee quality, enhanced policies, and superior public services, ultimately positioning governments as attractive employers for high-caliber talent. Discover the best innovative solutions contributing to talent development in the governmental sector from 8 countries around the world in the “Public Talent Management Report".
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Featured Case Studies

Discover a selection of inspiring case studies from around the world—bringing you fresh ideas and practical insights every week to spark innovation.

The Deviation Game: A Japanese Innovation Rekindling Human Creativity in the Age of Algorithms

In a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, a deceptively simple game emerging from Japan, “Deviation Game,” is making a bold statement: human creativity still holds a unique power that no machine can replicate. By nudging players to think beyond conventional cues and craft ideas that defy algorithmic imitation, the project highlights not just the current limitations of AI, but the irreplaceable essence of human expression.
 . 19 January 2026

The New DGP: A Data Tool that Aims to Track Inequality in Real-time

Experts are gaining a direct view of the economy’s core dynamics, uncovering not only the scale of growth but also who truly benefits from it. This American initiative provides policymakers with powerful tools to track and respond to disparities in real time, introducing a groundbreaking innovation that redefines how the economic landscape is understood.
 . 19 January 2026

Redesigning Comfort: The Navy’s Quest for Better Uniforms for Female Sailors

In the US Navy, one of the most demanding work environments in terms of precision and efficiency, the administration observed female personnel feeling restricted by the standard uniform. It embarked on an ambitious mission to redesign it using an innovative, data-driven, and inclusive approach, ensuring it met their needs and the nature of their duties while remaining a symbol of professionalism, identity, and unity.
 . 19 January 2026

How Technology is Helping Track Graffiti to Fight Hate Crimes in Canada

In the era of artistic freedom, a creative product can either inspire peace or embody intolerance. In Canada, a nation that prides itself on its diversity, the spread of hate cannot be permitted, even within an artistic framework. Consequently, the city of Edmonton launched the "Lighthouse" initiative, harnessing the power of technology to monitor and mitigate expressions of hate.
 . 2 January 2026

Voices of Poverty: A Narrative Approach to Human Development in India

The Indian Poverty and Human Development Monitoring Agency (PHDMA) has reimagined its data collection methods to cultivate a genuine understanding of the lives of the people behind the statistics. By gathering narratives and visual evidence, analyzing data, and unifying stakeholders, the agency is establishing a novel approach to human development.
 . 2 January 2026

The Restaurant of Mistaken Orders: Controversial Ideas on Dementia in Japan

In the heart of Tokyo, innovators have opened a restaurant where waiters are encouraged to intentionally serve customers the wrong dishes. Rather than being met with frustration, these mistakes are welcomed with laughter, as the waiter in question is an elderly person working at the "Restaurant of Mistaken Orders," which challenges societal norms and fosters a deeper understanding and acceptance of dementia through a unique dining experience.
 . 2 January 2026

South African Rethinks Employment Schemes for Youth

With the escalating issue of youth unemployment, the South African government recognized the need for a new perspective when designing employment programs—one that not only addresses the immediate problem but also paves the way for long-term social development and economic growth.
 . 15 December 2025

The Liberated Approach: A New Vision for Public Services

Public services are far more complex than they appear. This prompted the town of Gateshead in England to embark on a bold experiment that prioritizes relationships and human understanding over traditional efficiency. This radical transformation was dubbed the "Liberated Approach."
 . 15 December 2025
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Learn with Ibtekr

🧑‍🏫 MOOCs

Engaging the innovation community with interactive online courses that inspire action, build skills, and accelerate the pace of innovation.

PSIF

Building on the first framework launched in 2015, the UAE’s Public Sector Innovation Framework focuses on driving innovation efforts and programs towards defining the strategic aspirations of the government and achieving the national priorities. It focuses on measurable impact, supporting national priorities, and transforming government operations to deliver meaningful results for society.

Innovation Tools

How can you use innovation tools to develop some initiatives that contribute to the sustainability of innovation and turn it into a daily practice? How can this be achieved under a set of priorities by focusing on key challenges and issues?

Government Accelerators

It is a four-week MOOC that aims to raise awareness of the 100-day mechanism, which aims to develop innovative solutions and achieve a sustainable future.

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⚒️ Innovation Tools

Empowering innovators with practical resources and proven frameworks to design, develop, and scale world-class initiatives within their organizations.

Systemic Design Toolkit

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation, in collaboration with the UK Design Council, has developed the Arabic version of the recently launched Systemic Design Toolkit by the Design Council. The toolkit includes 11 innovation tools that cover the stages of systemic design and encourages individuals to adopt a holistic approach when addressing complex and interconnected challenges—such as environmental issues, healthcare, and urban development. These types of challenges require solutions that go beyond traditional problem-solving methods by considering how different factors and stakeholders influence one another, thereby fostering the development of comprehensive and sustainable solutions. The toolkit also enhances the innovation process by offering a structured way to creatively address challenges and promotes cross-disciplinary and cross-sector collaboration, allowing for the exchange of diverse perspectives and expertise in tackling interconnected issues.

Experimentation Starter Kit

Experimentation is key to delivering better outcomes and creating the future we want. UAE leads with innovative strategy to build experimental mindset, rapidly test solutions to tackle societal challenges and achieve its 2071 vision.

DIY Toolkit

This is a toolkit on how to invent, adopt or adapt ideas that can deliver better results. It features 30 practical social innovation tools that are quick to use and simple to apply.

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📽️ Webinars

Engaging conversations with global and regional experts that explore transformative trends, connecting global visions with regional realities.

Spreading the Culture of Innovation to Actual Application

Surfacing Insights and Experimenting Across Borders

Government beyond recovery: Towards a future-fit public sector

Adapting Public Finance for the Challenges of the 21st Century

Global Innovations

View all Innovations

Discover a handpicked selection of nspiring case studies from around the world, bringing you fresh ideas and practical insights every week to spark innovation.

Singapore’s Green ICT Initiative: A Sustainable Future for Technology

 . 18 September 2024

Santiago is Tackling Air Quality through Improved Public Transport Technology

 . 24 June 2024

Seoul Launches World’s First Public Service Platform in Metaverse

 . 4 December 2023

Indonesia makes health data available at one’s fingertips

 . 1 November 2023

One-Stop-Shop: Citizens-centred focus to digital government services

 . 1 November 2023

A ‘brain’ for data making Las Condes smarter

 . 1 November 2023

A National Digital Twin Supporting Policymakers in Germany

 . 1 November 2023

Korea’s New Innovation Strategy… Digital Platform Government

 . 4 October 2023

Advanced techniques to combat water pollution in Denmark

 . 4 October 2023

Strengthening digital governance through open source

 . 4 October 2023
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Reports

Collaborating with leading partners to deliver in-depth thematic reports on the state of public sector innovation, offering insights, trends, and strategies that shape the future of governments.

View All Reports

Government Technology 5.0

The Gov. Tech. 5.0 report includes 11 pioneering models of emerging technology applications in the government sector from various countries around the world. Its aim is to share governmental knowledge and enable entities to find innovative solutions that enhance their future readiness and positively impact government performance and society. The report seeks to enrich governmental knowledge by highlighting the best international experiences in the fields of digital and technological transformation, reflecting the center’s vision to empower government entities to anticipate the future and adopt innovative and flexible operating models.
Download

Innovations in Public Talent Management Report

The evolving nature of work, coupled with the entry of Generation Z into the workforce, has driven governments and organizations to rethink talent acquisition, management, and retention strategies. In the public sector, this shift is critical as citizen expectations for efficient government services and digital transformation accelerate. However, managing talent effectively remains challenging, with many institutions reporting inefficiencies and high costs in talent programs. Most organizations recognize the need for non-material incentives and better methods for identifying and nurturing skilled employees. Despite these challenges, successful talent management in the government sector can create a positive cycle of improved employee quality, enhanced policies, and superior public services, ultimately positioning governments as attractive employers for high-caliber talent. Discover the best innovative solutions contributing to talent development in the governmental sector from 8 countries around the world in the “Public Talent Management Report".
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CITIES INNOVATIONS to manage Urban Sprawl

The 21st century marks the First time in history where more than half of humans live in cities. From the earliest civilizations until the modern era, urbanization and non-agricultural activities were outliers to the human experience. Research suggests that 1 million people was the size limit on cities throughout history, even at the peak of empires, from Beijing to Rome to Baghdad. However, since the industrial revolution, that is no longer the case. The largest city today, Tokyo, is home to more than 37 million people, and there are ten additional urban areas exceeding 20 million people.
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Generative AI and Government Innovation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly growing field that has been changing the way we live, work and interact with technology. Over the past few decades, the rise of AI has been phenomenal, and it has revolutionized every industry, from healthcare and finance to transportation and entertainment
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