In line with the Smart Dubai 2021 vision, Smart Dubai today announced a strategic partnership with Software AG to accelerate Smart Dubai’s aspiration to make Dubai the happiest city on Earth by 2021. The partnership will leverage innovation technology to launch a multi-function iPaaS webMethods (Integration Platform as a Service) technology powered platform. The new offering will interconnect Dubai wide government entities and key private sector systems and processes to deliver the city’s commitment to boost UAE’s economy.

H.E. Dr. Aisha Bint Butti Bin Bishr, Director General, Smart Dubai said: “Dubai is undergoing a progressive technological transformation that aims to see it as the happiest city on Earth by 2021, as per the vision and directive of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. By ensuring we enhance the wellbeing and satisfaction of all Dubai’s citizens, residents and visitors, we create the right environment to improve the city’s ranking across a whole host of other metrics, including its ease of conducting business, which will boost the Emirate’s economy.” Talking about the partnership she added: “Smart Dubai is delighted to partner with Software AG for this digital transformation project, which goes a long way towards helping the city meet its technology transformation goals. It does this by connecting multiple government organizations and key private sector firms and by simplifying processes for citizens, residents, tourists, students, investors and business visitors in Dubai. It is through forging such strategic and mutually beneficial relationships that Smart Dubai is able to maintain its position at the forefront of digital transformation in the global arena,” Her Excellency added.

H.E. Wesam Lootah, CEO of Smart Dubai Government Establishment confirmed: “We are only two years from realizing our ambitious strategy and are thrilled to be partnering with Software AG to accelerate our transformation. Software AG’s expertise in customer intimacy and seamless integration make them the right partners for us to serve our residents, visitors, businesses and families and deliver a superior, personalised city experience – cornerstone of our strategy”.

Sanjay Brahmawar, CEO of Software AG, said “Smart Dubai is a global benchmark for smart city development and we are proud to play a major role in this strategic initiative.” He added, “As the hidden engine to Dubai’s digital drive, we look forward to offering a robust platform that supports real-time integration and joining the city’s commitment to deliver a seamless, safe and personalised experience to its people” The new partnership is in line with Smart Dubai’s key strategic objectives to harness digital innovation by fully embracing technology and to create a 100% paperless and digitized government that fosters smart living in 2021.