The goal of the IISA research group is to conduct state-of-the-art research activities that are focused on the intelligent information systems models, in view of the smart applications of business information systems, information technology, information management, smart cities, and urban intelligence.

The research group is intended to encourage inter-disciplinary research within multiple departments in the University of Sharjah.

The main objectives of the research group are to:

1. Conduct multi-disciplinary research on intelligent information systems and their applications.

2. Carry out the integration of artificial intelligence and database technologies to generate Intelligent Information Systems.

3. Presents systems architecture, analysis and design tools and techniques, and implementation practices in intelligent information systems.

4. Develop applied research projects in business intelligence and business risk management.

5. Cooperate with potential industrial partners, in addition to national, regional and international institutions involved in intelligent systems and smart technologies.

6. Provide training and education opportunities for students and professionals in the field.

7. Organize public seminars to raise the public awareness to information management.