As GCC nations pursue ambitious transformation agendas under Vision 2030, Vision 2040, and Centennial 2071, one thing is clear: government leaders must shift from siloed problem-solving to systems thinking and innovation.
What is systems thinking?
It’s the ability to view problems as part of larger interdependent systems—economic, technological, environmental, and human. Without it, leaders risk solving the wrong problem—or creating new ones.
Innovation, meanwhile, is no longer optional. It’s essential to meet rising citizen expectations, deliver smarter services, and adapt to complexity.
At Sharef & Co., we help government teams build these core capabilities through:
Systems Mapping Labs
Visualizing policy impact across sectors
Innovation Accelerators
Design sprints to generate and prototype solutions
Scenario-Based Thinking
Exploring the ripple effects of change initiatives
Executive Reflection
Training leaders to step back, connect the dots, and make adaptive decisions
Case Snapshot:
A UAE government department tackled declining citizen satisfaction scores. Using systems thinking, they uncovered process friction between backend agencies. After two design sprints, they co-created a digital solution that improved turnaround time by 52%.
The governments of the future won’t just manage—they’ll redesign systems.
Ready to equip your teams with these essential leadership muscles? Let’s start with your top policy priorities.