Oman Competitiveness Forum focuses on innovation in public sector

(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) The Oman Competitiveness Forum 2014 (OCF14) began under the auspices of H E Yahya bin Said al Jabri chairman of the Special Economic Zone Authority Duqm at Al Bustan Palace a Ritz-Carlton Hotel on Wednesday.

OCF14 is seeing the participation of government and private sector experts from around the world to discuss ways to drive innovation and efficiency.

H H Sayyid Faisal al Said director general for marketing and media Ithraa said 'OCF14 is not about theory it's about real life issues. Issues that impact each and every one of us. And given the theme of this year's forum perhaps the first question we should ask is what is public sector innovation In my view innovation is not about new or complex ideas products or services. It is about crafting something that works better leads to better results and creates a better pathway forward. It is about getting good ideas adopted. It is about offering better and more efficient services. It's about improving lives.'

Addressing the gathering Azzan al Busaidi director general of research and e-Services Ithraa said 'An innovative public sector is key to the creation of a smart sustainable inclusive and competitive nation. Public sector innovation to serve our end-user whether that is a patient a student a start-up company a commuter an international investor or a tourist is imperative if we are to thrive in today's competitive and connected global economy.'

Experts at the forum which will conclude on Thursday are discussing how the public sector is adapting to these new circumstances.