DUBAI / WAM
The Department of Community Development (DCD) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Accenture to enhance the well-being of its citizens and residents.
The MoU, signed at GITEX Global 2023, marks the beginning of a collaborative effort in which Accenture will leverage its cutting-edge AI solutions and global expertise in social development to introduce an all-encompassing service delivery model across the emirate’s social sector.
Mazen Al Dahmani, Executive Director-Financial and Administrator Affairs at DCD, said, “The DCD is proud to collaborate with Accenture as we strive to continually enhance the social services we provide to various groups within Abu Dhabi and improve the quality of life for our community members.
“Our commitment to innovation is underpinned by our recognition of the importance of pursuing a data-driven and science-based approach to enhancing our services. By embracing these principles, we align ourselves with global standards of excellence and ensure that we can serve the people of Abu Dhabi in the most effective and impactful way possible, making a lasting positive difference in our society.”
Nadya Abdullah Kamali, Accenture’s UAE country managing director, said, “Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping to drive that change. Together with our clients, we are shaping a world where AI not only fuels efficiency and growth but also addresses social challenges to better serve citizens and transform lives for the better.”
Apart from the MoU signing, DCD has showcased six innovative projects at GITEX Global 2023 that reflect its commitment to developing digital tools used to study society and employing cutting-edge technologies to collect and analyse data.
With GITEX being a renowned technology exhibition, it is a prime location to present DCD’s latest innovative projects and technologies and reinforce its commitment to providing smart tools and platforms to understand and address society’s needs and ensure a good quality of life for everyone in the community.