Abu dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has become the first tourism board in the GCC region to receive both GIMI Innovation Level 3 Accreditation and GIMI Future Foresight Level 2 Accreditation from the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI), a US-based organisation that sets international standards for innovation management.
According to Emirates News Agency, Saeed Ali Obaid Al Fazari, Executive Director of Strategic Affairs at DCT Abu Dhabi, stated that the dual recognition from GIMI reflects the department's management and leadership in innovation and strategic foresight. He emphasized that DCT Abu Dhabi takes pride in being the driving force behind the sustainable growth of the emirate's culture and tourism sectors, striving to build an integrated ecosystem that promotes innovation, heritage, and unique experiences.
GIMI Innovation Accreditation is awarded to organisations that demonstrate a structured commitment to driving growth through innovation. Achieving Level 3 proficiency signifies a transition from innovation management to innovation leadership, recognizing organisations with clear innovation targets, a robust portfolio of projects, and proven business models. This is supported by effective governance, dedicated resources, and active collaboration across their internal and external innovation ecosystem.
The achievement highlights DCT Abu Dhabi's agility and progress, having advanced from Level 2 to Level 3 Innovation Accreditation within a year. This reflects the department's ability to maintain a rapid pace of development.
GIMI Future Foresight accreditation is given to organisations that integrate foresight into strategic planning and decision-making. Achieving Level 2 indicates structured capabilities to anticipate change through scenario planning, integrate foresight into projects, and adapt strategically to an evolving operating environment.