Identified problems and how the Floating Structure goes about solving them:

1. Knowledge Sharing (Gatekeeping) and Change Resistance:

   - Solution: The Floating Structure addresses challenges related to knowledge resistance and gatekeeping, which impede efficient knowledge and information utilization, leading to data quality concerns. The software establishes an overarching mechanism for seamless data flows and management. It acts as a whistleblower, alleviating the burden from employees within the challenging organizational culture. This strategic approach manages dynamics between country offices, the main office, and field offices, ensuring smoother knowledge dissemination while respecting organizational sensitivities.

2. Reporting Lags and Knowledge Utilization Barriers:

   - Solution: The product tackles issues related to reporting lags and barriers in knowledge utilization by creating a centralized hub for all UNDP data and knowledge products. It provides a platform for collaborative conversations with all stakeholders simultaneously, streamlining information flow and fostering efficient communication across the organization.


Key Features:

- Knowledge Management System:
Crafted to align with UNDP's Data Strategy, our product introduces a groundbreaking knowledge management system, accompanied by an online platform. This represents a transformative leap in data utilization and management.

- Seamless Integration:
Our ultimate vision is to integrate the product with the UNDP-adopted Quantum cloud-based ERP system, enhancing the organization's overall data infrastructure.

- Real-world Testing and Validation:
A rigorous 9-month pilot in Sudan underscores our dedication to real-world testing. The success of this pilot marks a significant milestone, setting the stage for broader implementation and impact.

Communications and  Outreach:
- Delivered over 10 public addresses to UNDP global networks and partners through  multiple community of practice meetings.

- Over 30 presentations, discussion sessions, and participatory design and alignment workshops with internal stakeholders and field offices.

Problem statement: Declining Funds and Increased Competition for Resources in the Development Field

- Origami Structure Solution: The Origami Structure addresses the challenges posed by declining funds in the development field, intensified by various global political and economic events. In a landscape where available funds are increasingly competitive, efficient resource mobilization becomes paramount. This product leverages existing data from finance, HR, and project management to optimize resource utilization—both human and financial. The Origami Structure aids managers in identifying talent within large organization, facilitating cost-sharing and cross-sharing of talent, services, and equipment to maximize efficiency and impact in the face of challenges and needs. It significantly cuts down operational costs and overheads, evidenced by a 30% cost reduction in the pilot trial. Moreover, in its first trial, it has increased overall and individual performance for employees by an average of 25%, enhancing overall delivery and job satisfaction. The Origami Structure stands as a transformative solution for resource optimization in the dynamic landscape of development work. Results and knowledge from the products deployment provides useful insights for fund mobilization.

Key Features:

- Robust Knowledge Management:
This product is tailored to enhance UNDP's knowledge management strategy, ensuring optimized resource utilization and productivity.

- Mobile and Web App Integration:
Developed with both mobile and web applications, the solution seamlessly integrates into Quantum, providing a versatile and accessible platform.

- Proven Success in Diverse Functional Areas:
A year-long pilot across various functional areas, from operations to programming, demonstrated the product's instrumental role in successfully delivering 17 projects.

- Adaptability and Efficacy:
Practical testing and real-world applications have underscored the product's adaptability and efficacy, making it a cornerstone for the Exploration team.


Impact:

- Partnerships:
Internal stakeholders.

- Mobile and Web App Integration:
Developed with both mobile and web applications, the solution seamlessly integrates into Quantum, providing a versatile and accessible platform.

- Proven Success in Diverse Functional Areas:
A year-long pilot across various functional areas, from operations to programming, demonstrated the product's instrumental role in successfully delivering 17 projects.

- Adaptability and Efficacy:
Practical testing and real-world applications have underscored the product's adaptability and efficacy, making it a cornerstone for the Exploration team.


Communications and  Outreach:
- Delivered over 30 public addresses to UNDP global networks and partners through multiple seminars and community of practice meetings.

- Over 50 presentations, discussion sessions, testing sessions, and participatory design workshops were conducted with internal stakeholders, including operations and program teams at the country office and field offices.