Dubai: Bain and Company, in collaboration with the World Governments Summit (WGS), has announced the launch of the AI Readiness Tool, a platform designed to assist government entities in evaluating their preparedness for artificial intelligence and identifying actionable steps to enhance adoption and impact.
According to Emirates News Agency, the AI tool was introduced during the WGS 2026, held in Dubai from 3rd to 5th February, with the aim of improving governments' ability worldwide to leverage the transformative potential of AI. The MIT State of AI in Business 2025 Report highlights that only 5 percent of deployed AI pilots successfully scale and deliver measurable returns. The main challenge lies in the foundational capabilities necessary for responsible and scalable AI deployment.
Developed from Bain's latest AI readiness research, the AI Readiness Tool evaluates organisational maturity across five core dimensions: AI Strategy, Use Case Development and Deployment, Technology and Data, Talent and Capabilities, and Governance and Operating Model. Based on performance across these pillars, the tool categorises organisations into four AI readiness levels: Strategic Shaper, Value Explorer, Early Explorer, and Foundation Builder, providing a clear view of progress and highlighting priority areas for capability development.
Government entities are required to complete a structured assessment consisting of 34 targeted questions across the five dimensions. The tool generates an overall AI readiness score, detailed diagnostic insights by pillar, and tailored recommendations to help close gaps and accelerate progress along the AI journey. By integrating benchmarking, diagnostics, and actionable guidance, the AI Readiness Tool allows leaders to prioritise investments, strengthen governance, and make informed decisions with confidence.
"The AI Readiness Tool provides government leaders with a clear and practical way to understand where they stand on their AI journey," said Wissam Yassine, Partner at Bain and Company, and leader of the Bain Middle East Sustainability practice. "By offering targeted insights across key dimensions, the tool helps organisations focus on the capabilities that matter most to unlock AI's full potential and improve government services and outcomes."
Users receive a detailed readiness scorecard benchmarking their organisation against peers, along with a customised roadmap to support responsible, scalable AI adoption. The launch of the AI Readiness Tool underscores Bain and Company's commitment to assisting governments worldwide in harnessing AI to drive operational excellence, innovation, and more citizen-centric services. The tool is now available to government entities seeking to transform AI ambition into sustained, real-world impact.
