ENHANCEMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AT ABU DHABI POLICE ADOPTING OPEN INNOVATION MODEL

Open innovation is one of the most discussed topics among management researchers. Some of the crucial matters that are of interest in open innovation research are recognizing the significance of open innovation beyond high-tech industries and analyzing how organizations implement it in reality. This paper is addressing the role of open innovation model in enhancing the research and development services in Abu Dhabi Police via conducting a comprehensive field study in several departments. The open innovation framework is formulated, an in-depth case study is conducted, data sets are analyzed and recommendations are bestowed. In case of Abu Dhabi, there is a critical need to have a new innovation dimension that is represented in research and development. Theoretical, practical and managerial consequences are clarified through out the paper and will be presented at the conference.