Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment has achieved a new international milestone after winning first place in the public sector category at the Global Innovation Awards. The recognition highlights the establishment’s ongoing efforts to improve government services and deliver a stronger social impact through innovation.
The establishment received the Gold Award for Best Innovative Project in the public sector during the awards ceremony organized by the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI). It outperformed 24 government entities from around the world that competed in the same category, reflecting its growing position as a leader in smart government services.
This recognition was awarded for the “Smart Housing Experience” initiative, a project designed to modernize housing services through advanced digital solutions. The initiative aims to make the customer journey easier, reduce procedural complexity, and improve the overall efficiency of service delivery.
The project delivered clear and measurable results. It helped shorten procedures, speed up service completion, and raise customer satisfaction levels. These outcomes demonstrate the value of the solutions introduced and the establishment’s ability to turn innovation into practical results that benefit people directly.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment said this achievement reflects its commitment to making innovation a core part of service development. It added that the Smart Housing Experience represents an advanced model for integrated and sustainable government services that respond to citizens’ needs and support Dubai’s reputation as a global hub for innovation and quality of life.
The award also supports the establishment’s broader role in contributing to the goals of the Dubai Urban Plan 2040 and the Dubai Social Agenda 2033. By simplifying access to housing services, reducing time and effort, and improving the overall experience for customers, the initiative contributes to better quality of life, family stability, and community wellbeing.
One of the key strengths of the initiative was its ability to offer integrated and scalable solutions while creating tangible social impact. This combination played an important role in securing first place in the category and underlined the project’s long-term value.
GIMI is one of the leading international non-profit organizations focused on advancing institutional innovation practices. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Boston, United States, the institute has a global network of more than 18,000 members across over 116 countries.
Through its certified programs and annual awards, GIMI works to promote innovation as an institutional mindset. Its awards are evaluated based on clear criteria, including impact, innovation, sustainability, and applicability. That makes this recognition especially meaningful for Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment, given the level of international competition involved.
The establishment continues to strengthen its position as a government entity that uses innovation in a practical way to improve services and support the community. The award reflects not only international recognition, but also a clear example of how smart solutions can make public services more effective and more responsive to people’s everyday needs.
