Saudi Arabia’s government agencies have shown a 10 percent improvement in integrating new technologies, as per the Emerging Technology Adoption Readiness Index, which rose from 60.35 percent in 2023 to 70.70 percent in 2024. The number of participating agencies also increased from 13 to 35. This progress is detailed in an official report by the Digital Government Authority and aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives.
Key Highlights:
- Emerging Technology Adoption: The index measures the implementation of new solutions by government entities, helping them understand technological advancement and identify growth areas.
- Research and Communication: Research capability reached 72.04 percent, and communication capability hit 71.88 percent.
- Integration and Proof Capability: Scores of 67.93 percent and 70.84 percent, respectively, reflect advanced levels of technological development.
Notable Technological Integrations:
- Drones: Improved aerial photography and real estate imaging, boosting operational efficiency by 80 percent and reducing time and effort.
- Digital Twinning: Enabled precise asset inventory for 22 out of 36 industrial cities.
- Ameen, the Digital Human Assistant: Serves over 36,000 customers monthly.
- Augmented and Virtual Reality: Enhanced digital accessibility for individuals with special needs.
- Anaam Shain App: Streamlined secure management of livestock data.
- Firefighting Robots: Reduced physical losses by up to 50 percent.
AI Strategy Leadership:
- Top Rank in AI Strategy: In 2023, Saudi Arabia topped the Government Strategy Index for Artificial Intelligence by Tortoise Intelligence, achieving a perfect score of 100 percent for its national AI strategy, dedicated government body, funding allocation, and monitored targets.
The Digital Government Authority’s annual report underscores Saudi Arabia’s enhanced capacity for adopting emerging technologies, contributing to sustainable development and improved services for citizens, residents, and visitors.
