Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority (DGA) has been awarded the ISO 56001:2024 certification for innovation management systems, marking a significant achievement in its efforts to drive digital transformation.
The certification, issued by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and recognized by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF), highlights DGA’s commitment to fostering a culture of innovation within government services.
The certification recognizes the Digital Government Authority’s compliance with all international standards for establishing and developing a robust innovation management system.
Furthermore, this achievement underscores the DGA’s dedication to implementing global best practices and promoting a culture of innovation as a key driver of sustainable digital transformation in Saudi Arabia.
The ISO 56001:2024 standard offers a comprehensive framework for establishing an integrated innovation management ecosystem within government entities. It supports organizations in setting strategic directions and policies, implementing effective governance and monitoring systems, engaging stakeholders, and conducting awareness and change management programs, all aimed at sustaining a long-term culture of innovation.
The Digital Government Authority’s institutional innovation system is built on a comprehensive governance framework that oversees all innovation-related activities. It includes structured programs for generating, evaluating, and adopting new ideas, along with targeted awareness initiatives designed to actively engage employees across the organization.
These efforts not only foster a culture of creativity and continuous improvement but also contribute to enhancing operational efficiency, elevating the quality of government services, and transforming innovative ideas into impactful projects. Ultimately, this approach supports both institutional excellence and broader national development goals.
According to the statement, obtaining this certification reaffirms the DGA’s commitment to embedding innovation as a core operational approach, supporting continuous improvement and excellence to achieve meaningful organizational and national outcomes.
