The relationship between future foresight and institutional performance development in the UAE: A modern technologies perspective

Abstract

This study aims to measure the impact of future foresight on developing institutional performance in the context of modern technologies at the Department of Economy and Tourism in the Emirate of Dubai. Government institutions in the UAE face increasing challenges amid rapid technological developments and global economic changes. Despite significant investments in modern technologies, there is a clear gap in understanding how future foresight affects institutional performance development. The study relied on a descriptive-analytical approach using a quantitative method through an electronic questionnaire applied to a stratified random sample of employees in the department. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results showed a strong positive correlation between future foresight and institutional performance, as well as a statistically significant impact of future foresight on institutional performance, with high levels of application of future foresight and institutional performance. The study recommends developing a specialized future foresight unit within the department, investing in modern technologies to support foresight operations, training employees on future foresight skills, and adopting a future foresight approach as part of strategic planning in other government institutions.