PMI Launches Manifesto for Enterprise Agility in Support of Business Transformation in MENA - Middle East Business News and Information - mid-east.info

New set of principles equips organizations in the MENA region to navigate disruptions, accelerate decision-making, and drive sustainable growth.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 2026 - The Project Management Institute (PMI) has unveiled its groundbreaking Manifesto for Enterprise Agility, an empowering set of principles designed to help organizations remain resilient, innovative, and better equipped to navigate frequent global disruptions. Developed by the PMI Agile Alliance, the Manifesto calls for a shift in leadership mindset, moving away from rigid hierarchical structures toward shared purpose, decentralized decision-making, and enterprise-wide adaptability.

For businesses and leaders in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, where economic diversification, sustainability, and digital transformation initiatives dominate national agendas, the Manifesto provides timely insights to anchor strategies that drive resilience, success, and growth in increasingly complex environments.

Why Enterprise Agility Matters in MENA

Frequent disruptions caused by global economic shifts, technological advancements, and changing sector demands have created an urgent need for organizational agility. The Manifesto encourages leaders to reframe business transformation by emphasizing collaborative decision-making, adaptive governance mechanisms, and the strategic use of technology to build organizations capable of responding to change quickly.

In MENA, this aligns strongly with regional priorities:

By promoting agility across regions, ecosystems, and sectors, the Manifesto gives MENA organizations the tools needed to thrive in a globally competitive landscape.

Key Principles of the Manifesto for Enterprise Agility

PMI's Manifesto outlines nine actionable principles, encouraging organizations to:

These principles are particularly relevant to MENA organizations combatting legacy systems, rigid governance models, and change fatigue, which often slow down transformation efforts.

Speaking on the launch of the Manifesto, Hanny Alshazly, Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) at PMI, said: "The MENA region is witnessing unprecedented transformation, from economic diversification to the rapid adoption of technology and sustainability-focused initiatives. Enterprise agility is not just a buzzword; it's a leadership imperative. PMI's Manifesto for Enterprise Agility delivers innovative solutions to help leaders confidently navigate uncertainty, foster collaboration, and unlock the full potential of their organizations. By embracing agility, MENA businesses can align strategic intent with sustainable growth, reinforcing their role as a competitive force in the global economy."

Navigating Enterprise Agility in MENA:

The Manifesto defines enterprise agility as the ability to adapt at scale without losing strategic coherence. It highlights that agility is not simply a toolset but a mindset necessary for continuous reinvention, promoting resilience through purpose-driven decision-making. PMI research indicates that high levels of enterprise agility are associated with greater visibility, enhanced value delivery, and more empowered teams, helping organizations remain resilient and adaptable over time.

Through the Manifesto, PMI offers practical approaches for leaders, such as redefining organizational structures, investing in adaptive operating models, and empowering teams with integrated capabilities. By prioritizing agility, organizations in banking, retail, infrastructure, technology, and fintech across the MENA region can address market complexities and respond to challenges with flexibility and foresight.

PMI's Manifesto for Enterprise Agility is now available at https://www.pmi.org/learning/agile/manifesto-for-enterprise-agility to help leaders evaluate their organizational readiness for change and take strategic action toward sustainable growth. Visit PMI.org to also access PMI's certifications, training resources, and programs designed to foster enterprise agility across industries.

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