Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council in collaboration with MATAR, the Qatar Company for Airports Operation and Management, has announced, a new open innovation opportunity through its flagship program, Qatar Open Innovation (QOI) to seek innovative adaptive and personalized programs for employees that will enhance training and development initiatives. The proposal submission deadline is August 8, 2024.

Through this opportunity, QRDI Council and MATAR are inviting proposals from startups, SMEs, and corporates for AI-generated meta cognitive assessment solutions that will address personalized adaptive micro-learning and enhanced reporting mechanisms. MATAR has developed a comprehensive competency framework for talent management by utilizing data-driven insights and network analytics for competency proficiency, that will support multiple functions of the organization and empower employees growth and career progression.

Enterprise Innovation Program Director at QRDI Council Oscar Barranco Liebana said, “QRDI empowers local enterprises through challenge-driven innovation. We identify key business challenges within local enterprises and collaborate with top global innovation partners to reduce time-to-market and increase ROI. MATAR will leverage QRDIs Qatar Open Innovation program to boost talent potential and meet business needs, through AI-powered digital tools, tailored to individual needs for current roles or future career plans.”

Senior Vice President of Human Resources at MATAR Sebastian Arkadiusz Wojtun said, “It is embedded within the MATAR Development Strategy to invest in our people and adopt innovative learning and development solutions. It is integral to introduce adaptive learning that will support the growth and development of our people in an evolving industry and support the organizations growth plans. Our partnership with QRDI and the Qatar Open Innovation program will accelerate our acquisition for digital and tailored learning models.”

The Qatar Open Innovation program has been the primary platform for startups and innovators to engage with potential government and corporate buyers to co-create market-ready solutions that address the nations most pressing challenges in the five national priority areas of energy, health, resource sustainability, society, and digital technology, as outlined in the QRDI Strategy 2030, by identifying opportunities for innovation collaborations to drive economic prosperity.