The National Archives Launches its Ambitious Strategic Plan 2019-2021

To meet the goals set in UAE Vision 2021

The UAE National Archives launched its ambitious Strategic Plan 2019-2021 at a meeting chaired by H.E. Dr. Abdulla Alraisi, Director General of the National Archives, with the participation of departments’ directors and all staff members. Departments reviewed their future projects that serve the vision, mission and objectives of the National Archives, in line with the UAE vision 2021, which aims to make the UAE among the best countries in the world by the year 2021 when the UAE would celebrate the Golden Jubilee of the Union.

The National Archives’ Director General talked about the value and the targets of the strategic plan. Thus, he emphasized that when creating this plan, the National Archives primarily considered the views of the Founding Leader, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and the aspirations of the wise leadership that pave the way to achieve the the goals set in the UAE vision 2021, which includes the advancement of the National Archives to become one of the world’s best archives.

He praised the continuous support of HH Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Presidential Affairs and President of the National Archives. He emphasized that His Highness’ directives are the secret to the National Archives’ advancement, success and excellence. The Director General also commended the National Archives’ Board of Directors chaired by H.E. Hamad Abdul Rahman Al-Midfaa for the constant support and prompt reaction to whatever serves the objectives of the National Archives and leads to more success in providing distinguished archival, documentary and research services.

Dr. Alraisi thanked all the staff members for their great efforts, which contributed to the National Archives’ advancement and achievements turning it into a reliable and distinguished center for studies and research pertaining to the history and heritage of the UAE and the Gulf region, in addition to its role in the preservation of records and historical documents of all kinds in order to provide documented historical information to decision makers, researchers, academics and students.

His Excellency urged all staff members to step up efforts to overcome any challenges and to introduce innovative ideas for further advancement. He pointed out that the new strategic plan is in harmony with the aspirations of the National Archives which is getting ready to hold the biggest archival event, the ICA Abu Dhabi 2020 Congress.  In fact, this quadrennial ICA Congress is the world’s largest archival event as more than 5000 participants from around the world will gather.  HE also indicated that the new strategic plan contributes to fulfilling the goals of the UAE vision 2021.

Department directors individually reviewed the vision of each department, the criteria for developing the strategic plan, the strategic objectives, sub-objectives, operational objectives and the projects and activities which each department seeks to achieve in the new Strategic Pan 2019-2021.

The new strategic plan reviewed the most important future projects to achieve the strategic sub-objectives, such as:  building a contemporary national archiving system, increasing the National Archives’ holdings and enhancing their accessibility, providing integrated intellectual research and services, enriching corporate and community outreach, enhancing civic spirit and national identity, providing information about the UAE history, building effective partnerships, developing community responsibility policies and procedures, promoting happiness and job loyalty, developing electronic and smart systems to make archival materials and information sources accessible, developing infrastructure and finding integrated and secure technical solutions, attracting and maintaining talents, improving administrative and financial competence and maintaining sustainability of the environment and occupational safety, etc.

The New Strategic Plan launching ceremony concluded with the honoring of outstanding staff members who were involved positively in the planning phases, informed their colleagues about their roles and provided creative ideas, together with those who contributed to institutional excellence.

The UAE participates in the conference of the International Council on Archives in Australia

The National Archives highlights the civilized face of the country, and reviews its preparations to host the International Council on Archives Congress 2020 in Abu Dhabi

The UAE National Archives, chaired by His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Mohamed Al Raisi, Director General of the National Archives, participated in the Archives Design Conference in Adelaide, the capital of South Australia. />

Regarding the participation of the UAE National Archives in the Adelaide Conference, His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Mohamed Al Raisi said: The conference represented an ideal platform to review the National Archives’ preparations to host the International Archives Council Congress 2020, and pointed out that the proceedings of the Adelaide Conference have added a lot to the upcoming Congress in Abu Dhabi, and that participation It provided an opportunity for the Emirati delegation to inform representatives of the international national archives of the most important features of the upcoming International Archives Conference, which will be held in Abu Dhabi under the slogan “Empowering Knowledge Societies”. It is expected that thousands of archivists from all over the world will participate in it, to discuss fundamental global issues in the field of archiving and documentation.

It is worth noting that the participation of the National Archives included a keynote speech delivered by the Director General of the National Archives of the United Arab Emirates  In it, he expressed his happiness to participate in the conference of the International Council on Archives in Adelaide, Australia, and called the leaders of international archives to a congress  The International Archives Council 2020, expressing his hope that the 2020 Congress in Abu Dhabi will promote multidisciplinary thinking, and contribute to strengthening the bonds of communication between the participants with the aim of exchanging expertise, experiences and specialized knowledge, adding that the participants will be able to visit the Expo 2020 exhibition hosted by the Emirate of Dubai under the slogan of communication. Minds and making the future.

The National Archives organized an information session for members of the Executive Council of the International Council of Archives. The UAE National Archives’ pavilion, which was designed creatively, was able to provide delegates, visitors and participants with information about the ongoing preparations to host the next Congress of the International Council of Archives. The hospitable city of Abu Dhabi, with the aim of enriching the participants’ knowledge of the historical dimension of the United Arab Emirates, and its present, which is a model of an environment where tolerance and peace prevail, despite its embrace of more than two hundred nationalities, among which there is harmony and harmony.

The pavilion distributed to the conference participants a number of National Archives publications that provide documented information on the modern history of the UAE, such as the book (Zayed, A Man Who Built a Nation), the book (Qasr Al-Hosn), the book (Khalifa Journey to the Future), and the book (Zayed from Challenge to Future). Union).

The National Archives seized the opportunity of the conference, which was organized in Australia, and held a dinner party in honor of archival leaders in the world. The dinner party was an expression of the hospitality that characterizes the United Arab Emirates.

The UAE participates in the conference of the International Council on Archives in Australia

The National Archives highlights the civilized face of the country, and reviews its preparations to host the International Council on Archives Congress 2020 in Abu Dhabi

The UAE National Archives, chaired by His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Mohamed Al Raisi, Director General of the National Archives, participated in the Archives Design Conference in Adelaide, the capital of South Australia. />

Regarding the participation of the UAE National Archives in the Adelaide Conference, His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Mohamed Al Raisi said: The conference represented an ideal platform to review the National Archives’ preparations to host the International Archives Council Congress 2020, and pointed out that the proceedings of the Adelaide Conference have added a lot to the upcoming Congress in Abu Dhabi, and that participation It provided an opportunity for the Emirati delegation to inform representatives of the international national archives of the most important features of the upcoming International Archives Conference, which will be held in Abu Dhabi under the slogan “Empowering Knowledge Societies”. It is expected that thousands of archivists from all over the world will participate in it, to discuss fundamental global issues in the field of archiving and documentation.

It is worth noting that the participation of the National Archives included a keynote speech delivered by the Director General of the National Archives of the United Arab Emirates  In it, he expressed his happiness to participate in the conference of the International Council on Archives in Adelaide, Australia, and called the leaders of international archives to a congress  The International Archives Council 2020, expressing his hope that the 2020 Congress in Abu Dhabi will promote multidisciplinary thinking, and contribute to strengthening the bonds of communication between the participants with the aim of exchanging expertise, experiences and specialized knowledge, adding that the participants will be able to visit the Expo 2020 exhibition hosted by the Emirate of Dubai under the slogan of communication. Minds and making the future.

The National Archives organized an information session for members of the Executive Council of the International Council of Archives. The UAE National Archives’ pavilion, which was designed creatively, was able to provide delegates, visitors and participants with information about the ongoing preparations to host the next Congress of the International Council of Archives. The hospitable city of Abu Dhabi, with the aim of enriching the participants’ knowledge of the historical dimension of the United Arab Emirates, and its present, which is a model of an environment where tolerance and peace prevail, despite its embrace of more than two hundred nationalities, among which there is harmony and harmony.

The pavilion distributed to the conference participants a number of National Archives publications that provide documented information on the modern history of the UAE, such as the book (Zayed, A Man Who Built a Nation), the book (Qasr Al-Hosn), the book (Khalifa Journey to the Future), and the book (Zayed from Challenge to Future). Union).

The National Archives seized the opportunity of the conference, which was organized in Australia, and held a dinner party in honor of archival leaders in the world. The dinner party was an expression of the hospitality that characterizes the United Arab Emirates.

Occupational Safety and Security, an Awareness lecture in the National Archives

The National Archives applies the standards of occupational safety and security and informs its employees about its rules.

The National Archives organized an educational lecture entitled Occupational Safety and Security at its headquarters. The lecture aimed at raising the level of awareness and embedding the culture of security and occupational safety among its employees. The National Archives confirms the importance of the safety of the work environment and the application of the necessary standards, and instructs staff to act properly in an emergency.

Mr. Hassan Al Qahtani, from the Public Safety Department of Abu Dhabi Police, took a tour of the building and praised the National Archives’ interest in the safety of the human element in the workplace, the application of best practices, and the provision of equipment and technologies that would eliminate many risks and ensure safety.  In fact, this fulfills the mission of the wise leadership to establish a fully safe and secure society.

The lecture dealt with safety in the workplace, provided general advice and guidelines for fighting fires, and focused on the importance of following the necessary instructions to avoid risks and accidents. It pointed out that risk awareness is useful in the preservation of life and property and reduces losses. Furthermore, the lecture focused on the causes and types of fires, methods of firefighting, and behavior in the event of a fire. The lecture urged employees to be aware of the importance of remaining calm and maintaining self-control in the first place.

It is worth mentioning that this awareness lecture is part of a series of activities and programs offered by the National Archives within the framework of occupational safety and security in order to improve the work environment, educate employees and familiarize them with the correct ways of acting in emergencies, inside and outside the workplace.

The National Archives receives the 7th National Defense College course participants on an academic visit

The National Archives received the 7th National Defense College NDC course participants at its headquarters. HE Dr Abdullah Mohammed Alraisi, Director General of the National Archives, welcomed them and stressed the significance of their visit to the National Archives to get acquainted with important aspects of the UAE history through historical documents which the National Archives undertakes to preserve. HE also emphasized the need to learn about aspects of the Founding Leader Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan’s strategic thinking in the establishment of the Union.

The program of the visit to the National Archives included a lecture entitled “The Historical Origin of the United Arab Emirates Establishment” which depicted the most important historical eras and stages which the UAE has undergone. The lecture stressed the strong need for taking keen interest in the past and the deep-rooted history of the UAE which presents learnt lessons that significantly guide their way when setting out to the future, as the late Sheikh Zayed strongly called for that end to which his words bear fine testament: “He who does not know his past cannot make the best of his present and future, for it is from the past that we learn”.

The lecture, delivered by Mr. Abdul Latif Al Sayyadi, Expert and Lecturer at the National Archives, depicted significant stages and milestones in the history of the UAE, and emphasized that the UAE was not simply a new state, but is rather a great land of ancient civilizations. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai’s statement firmly supports that: “We are not an emergent nation in history, we are ancient people who made glories in the past and who will build a glorious future as well”. We are a people whose historical roots extend thousands of years in this good land.

The 7th NDC course participants concluded their visit with a tour of the National Archives, which included Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Virtual Reality Hall, where they watched a high-tech 3D film on the UAE history and present and its future prospects. They were greatly impressed by Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Hall, and expressed their admiration for the showcased samples of old manuscripts, maps and photographs that document the various stages of the establishment of the UAE.

The National Archives organizes a training course to hone skills in writing reports and correspondence and improve performance

The National Archives organized a training course for its employees in writing administrative letters, reports and minutes of meetings, with the aim of raising the scientific level of the employees, and refining their skills to improve their performance in editing correspondence and writing administrative reports, minutes and notes.

This training course, in which a large number of employees participate, comes within the framework of the National Archives’ strategy to qualify human resources and provide them with the necessary skills to work according to their specialties.

In organizing this three-day course, the National Archives stems from its keenness to develop the participants’ professional writing skills as the basis for correct, accurate and clear documentation, in order to give them more accuracy, comprehensiveness, and the ability to analyze logically, which supports the reports and correspondence they prepare, in order for them to be completed. In a clear manner that is appropriate for presenting it to stakeholders, officials and decision makers.

The course, presented by Mrs. Fadia Jamil, a consultant in the field of institutional excellence and strategic planning, who was delegated from the Boost Company, focused on the theoretical and practical aspects that enable the participants to prepare and write administrative reports, and on the points that must be taken into account in writing letters and notes, and the points that must be taken into account before and after meetings, and the formal rules. And implicit reports, letters, and various administrative correspondences, and the methods of formulating and presenting them to serve the objectives of the National Archives.

The course, which focused on writing letters, administrative reports, and minutes of meetings, touched on the most popular methods of communication, how to choose a means of communication, requirements for successful communication, and the importance of communication skills. It also dealt with gathering and analyzing information in reports, writing internal notes, e-mail etiquette, and the administrative system and operations

The National Archives a high turnout of visitors to its platform in the

Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition

The National Archives platform at the Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition witnessed a distinctive turnout from the audience of the exhibition, which showcased a large number of historical photographs documenting aspects of the activities of the Founding Leader, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan and his interest in hunting and equestrian. In conjunction with the Year of Tolerance, the National Archives platform displayed a documentary film on a large screen about some of the stances of Sheikh Zayed who had laid the foundations of the culture of tolerance in the UAE, which has become an oasis of tolerance and moderation and a model that upholds the values of tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

This year, the National Archives stand introduced the stories that were created by students who participated in the national initiative of Zayed, 100 Stories, which was launched by the National Archives in collaboration with the Ministry of Education. The stories present the efforts, achievements and values of the Founder and Builder Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and they explore new chapters of the UAE history. The National Archives focused on displaying the stories that deal with the Founding Leader’s interest in equestrian, to which he used to encourage citizens, and his practice of falconry as one of the most important sports that is traditionally passed down from generation to generation. It is worth mentioning that one of the most distinguished stories introduced at the platform is perhaps A Knight’s Story.

The National Archives platform also presented to the visitors of the exhibition aspects of the UAE history and heritage as well as documented and accurate information, acquainted them with its national activities and events and allowed them the opportunity to view some of its preserved photo and documentary archives.

The National Archives participated in the 17th edition of the Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition as it is a beacon to hunting and equestrian fans as well as heritage enthusiasts from various age groups in the community. The National Archives is keen on enriching the memory of the younger generations and raising their awareness of the deep-rooted Emirati traditions and customs including the heritage sports that are based on the noble values and good manners.

In conjunction with the launch of the first Emirati astronaut

The National Archives opens to students a page of the UAE’s aspirations, which embrace the sky and look forward to leadership.

The National Archives organized lectures for students in Abu Dhabi schools entitled (Zayed’s ambition), in which specialists deal with the UAE’s dream, which is achieved by reaching space. The lectures reviewed the ambition of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, God willing. As his reception of astronauts in the seventies of the last century was not just a reception, but rather a planning for the future, and today, thanks to the wise leadership, Zayed’s dream is fulfilled. Looking forward to a future in which the United Arab Emirates takes the lead.

The National Archives’ lectures urged students and youth to follow the astronaut Hazzaa Al Mansouri’s journey into space, to encourage them to engage in space fields in line with the National Space Strategy 2030, which aims to support the realization of the UAE’s vision in the field of space science and technology.

The National Archives’ lectures focused on “Zayed’s Ambition” on encouraging students to achieve educational attainment that keeps pace with the visions of the wise leadership that elevates the human being and leads the country towards further development, progress and prosperity. Hazza Al-Mansoori is only the first link in a series of interest in space science and technology.

The lectures gave a broad explanation to the students about what the National Archives possesses, among its documents, of photos related to Sheikh Zayed’s ambition to reach space, foremost of which is his reception – may God rest his soul in peace – of foreign astronauts, and at that time Sheikh Zayed’s ambition to reach space began, and the UAE lives in this The stage is a pivotal historical station in its journey towards more achievements, as the Emirati astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri’s journey into space embodies a great dream that comes true after decades of work, determination and efforts, and the long months spent by the Emirati astronaut in preparation for this journey, which comes as part of the march of progress and prosperity and the UAE’s aspirations towards Fore.

The interest of the National Archives is evident in the UAE’s aspirations towards space and its tireless work to write a new page in its journey of development and prosperity through the Emirates Library’s acquisition of many books closely related to space science, including: The Hope Probe and the Emirates Mars Exploration Project, the Arab World and Space Research, the most famous Arab Journeys: From Legend to Legend Space, a trip to Mars, the race for space, the Arab world and space research… and others.

The National Archives participates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s celebrations of the 89th National Day

The National Archives of the United Arab Emirates participated in the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in its celebrations of the 89th National Day. On this occasion, it organized an exhibition of historical documents and photographs that confirm the strength of fraternal and historical relations between the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.   Strengthening strategic and fraternal relations that are witnessing qualitative development in various fields and at all levels.

The celebration was attended by His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Muhammad Al-Raisi, Director General of the National Archives, and he extended his warmest congratulations to His Excellency Turki Al-Dakhil, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the country. He praised the Kingdom’s renaissance and civilizational achievements in various fields, and wished the Kingdom’s leadership and people more goodness and prosperity.

The photos of the National Archives exhibition documented a large number of meetings between the leaderships of the two brotherly countries. His Excellency the Saudi Ambassador inspected the exhibition, and appreciated His Excellency   Turki Al-Dakhil highly praised the role of the National Archives in documenting the strong historical relations between the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and its perseverance in participating in the celebrations organized by the Saudi Embassy on its national occasions. Of the relations between the two countries, which stem from common social and political foundations.

His Excellency stressed that the political consensus between the UAE and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has crystallized in many common positions, pointing out that the distinguished relations between the two brotherly countries, which were documented in the photographs of the National Archives exhibition, are an advanced model of the strength of the right relationship between brothers, and they deservedly constitute the title of the stage. The new developments in the Arab world that are based, in fact, on deep historical and cultural roots, and develop to serve the two brotherly peoples, and promote consensus of visions, harmony, harmony and unification of positions towards issues of common concern.

The National Archives and the Sorbonne University celebrate the commencement of academic studies in the Bachelor of (Document Management and Archives Science)

The National Archives announced the launch of a Bachelor’s Program (Document Management and Archives Sciences) in cooperation with the Sorbonne University – Abu Dhabi. A large number of students enrolled in the first semester are expected to finish their studies after three years. The program aims to graduate a batch of qualified and specialized academic competencies. In the field of documentation and archiving science, and the program keeps pace with the requirements of the times and the labor market in light of the general awareness of the importance of archives in all official agencies and state institutions; To ensure the preservation of the history of the state and the knowledge of the past of the fathers and grandfathers, and the extent of the development it witnessed during the era of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan – may God rest his soul in peace – and as provided by the wise leadership that follows the path of the founding leader.

The Bachelor’s program (Management of Documents and Archives Sciences) comes as a result of the intensive scientific studies conducted by the National Archives to diagnose the current and future requirements of the official archives in the country, which confirmed the need for more than four thousand specialized archivists. The document of the state and its management in the best ways and latest practices.

UAE national students enjoy the honor of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, who sponsored the tuition fees. The National Archives considers this honor as one of the real proofs of the great support that the National Archives receives, and the convergence of generations. Young woman of wise leadership.

The Bachelor of (Document Management and Archives Science) receives students with a general secondary certificate, who are fluent in both English and Arabic, based on the tests approved in the country. Enriching students with in-depth knowledge of document and archive management, applying this knowledge, and comprehensively training young cadres in several sectors.

This program provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of theories and methodologies for controlling the classification of documents in their various life cycles, and provides scientific knowledge and skills to evaluate, classify, describe, manage and preserve original documents in all forms and types of traditional and electronic media to meet the needs of public and private national institutions, and introduces students to historical, administrative and legal standards related to the production of documents. Documents and archives across the UAE, and methods of analyzing current problems and issues in document preservation and archive management using appropriate electronic technologies.

Students enrolled in the program acquire technical, technical and professional skills that are applicable in various fields, and develop their skills in the field of critical thinking and decision-making related to all types of documents in order to manage and preserve them to form a trustworthy archive for the benefit of government and private departments and members of the public.

The program – in which the study is in the English language – includes a solid foundation of courses in the science of archiving and documentation represented by a study plan for undergraduate students in the three years, and it consists of: basic archival lessons, basic academic lessons, applied work, and choices between communication skills in Arabic and English. In the field of document and archive management, information technology, languages, and others.

Accordingly, students who pass the three-year exams are awarded postgraduate degrees from the Sorbonne University in Paris.

This academic program is the result of the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the National Archives with Sorbonne University – Abu Dhabi, with the aim of building a meaningful and fruitful partnership between the two parties that includes academic and professional development, training and qualification in the management of records and documents.

It is noteworthy that the National Archives has launched a program (Management of Documents and Archives Sciences) with the Sorbonne University, which is a multicultural environment that promotes a culture of tolerance, given its position as a leading educational institution in the world due to the importance it attaches to teaching, and because it is based on accuracy and the development of critical thinking and discussion and dialogue skills, which are considered Necessary skills for future pioneers and leaders.

It is noteworthy that the National Archives, in cooperation with the Sorbonne University, celebrated the graduation of the first batch of participants in the Professional Certificate in Documents and Archives Management, last April, and the second batch of participants will be enrolled on Sunday, September 15, in the Professional Certificate Program in Documents and Archives Management at the Sorbonne University – Abu Dhabi.

The National Archives discusses strengthening the communication and media response mechanism with the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority

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The National Archives discussed with a delegation from the National Authority for Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management ways to develop the communication and media response mechanism during emergencies, the mechanism for selecting and preparing the official spokesperson, and reviewing the national early warning system. The meeting held at the National Archives headquarters dealt with the requirements of the media strategic plan according to the standards it set The authority also focused on the importance of identifying the official spokesperson to be the reliable source of real information in light of the rapid spread of news, as well as limiting the leakage of false and unreal information, and therefore he is the person who is familiar with the correct information and is able to clarify the picture for the people and stakeholders; Therefore, he must have full knowledge and ability to describe the event, and he is responsible and aware of the role he plays and the tasks assigned to him, in addition to discussing the mechanism of action of the national early warning system in order to ensure effective coordination in the warning and dissemination process, and to ensure the effectiveness of response and interaction with the public.

The meeting dealt with joint efforts within the emergency and crisis management system, response plans, implementation and conduct of exercises, carrying out the process of risk assessment, highlighting lessons learned, improvement opportunities to meet challenges, developing appropriate solutions to obstacles and mitigating their effects, and the business continuity management system.

And based on the keenness of our wise leadership to strengthen the state’s ability to face emergencies, crises and disasters in a way that guarantees the safety of lives and the preservation of gains and property; Mrs. Maitha Al-Ahbabi, Head of the Risk Management Unit, confirmed that the National Archives pays great attention to developing response capabilities, continuing its activities and providing its vital services during emergency situations. Ms. Samar Al-Mashjari, Head of the Strategic Planning Office, stressed the need to coordinate with the Authority to meet all the requirements of the enablers and results of the fourth generation system. To achieve pioneering results in standard governance and design and implementation of risk management plans.

It is worth noting that the Emergency Authority was represented by: Mr. Salman Ali Al Salman, Ms. Jumana Al-Ghanim, Mr. Rashid Al-Zaabi, and Mr. Fahad Al-Mutawa.

At the end of the meeting, the delegation of the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority toured the National Archives, where they got acquainted with the training halls in the National Archives, and stopped at Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Hall, which can accommodate about 700 people, and watched a high-tech 3D documentary about the history, present, and prospects of the UAE. Its future is in the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Hall for Virtual Reality, and they viewed samples of written documents, historical photographs and historical maps in the Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Hall.

The National Archives hosts a lecture on “Benefit Realization Management” organized by the Project Management Institute

The National Archives hosted at its headquarters in Abu Dhabi a lecture organized by the Project Management Institute – Arabian Gulf Branch, entitled: “Benefits Realization Management”.

The Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Hall at the National Archives headquarters was attended by more than 100 participants from the United Arab Emirates and abroad to follow the lecture on “Benefits Achievement Management”, which took a strategic and economic turn.

Dr. Mazen Qader, Director of Volunteers at the Project Management Institute, thanked the National Archives for hosting the institute’s activities, and its interest in supporting logistical, economic and technical projects that enrich thought and ensure achievement, improve and develop work, which reflects positively on participation in the nation’s development and upgrading.

The Director of Volunteers praised the role played by the Institute, as it aspires through its partnership with the National Archives in such events to disseminate knowledge, activate practical and strategic thinking, and the interactive method followed by the lecturer, in which he relies on discussion to reach constructive and fruitful ideas.

Lecturer Ahmed Fekry, a member of the Project Management Institute, indicated that the benefits to be achieved are not limited to material benefits only, but rather go beyond the satisfaction of customers, the reputation of the institution and others, and the lecturer revealed the importance of the topic of the lecture, which was adopted by the Project Management Institute only a year ago as an economic and strategic approach It should be focused and taught in order to ensure the success of projects that depend mainly on the benefits it achieves.

The lecture touched on an old topic in its content, but new in its presentation and methodology. Since ancient times, the owners of projects have been looking to make a profit from them, but achieving profit benefits no longer depends on expectations, but has become a specialized study that cannot be bypassed. Because it contributes to determining the company’s ability to survive, and the increase in profit indicates the continued success of the company in the future.

The lecturer shed light on how to determine the benefits of the project, and ensure that the benefits are realized in order to obtain the best investment from the cost spent on it. Pointing out that after the financial crisis that hit the global markets in 2008, those in charge of the projects became more accurate, and they are interested in the economic methodology, and they are investigating the benefits that can be achieved, and they are looking into the feasibility of their projects in order to increase the profits and the desired benefits.

At the end of the lecture, Ms. Samar Omar Al-Mashjari, Director of Projects Management in the Abu Dhabi Emirate branch, honored the lecturer and all the volunteers who contributed to the success of the event.

It is noteworthy that the “Benefit Management” lecture coincided with the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the Project Management Institute, which has more than 500,000 members worldwide.