For example, multilateral bodies like my organisation, the Group on Earth Observations (GEO), have long focused on ensuring an open and trustworthy data ecosystem. But as private ventures increasingly outpace us, we must develop the capacity to innovate quickly, albeit transparently and inclusively.
Multilateral institutions are under intense pressure nowadays, especially in global development, where startups and tech giants are moving fast to devise digital solutions, and donors are increasingly demanding agility as a condition of continued support.
Organisations whose legitimacy stems largely from their convening power must now adapt to remain relevant and credible. That means shifting from slow, consensus-driven methods to more dynamic frameworks that encourage rapid experimentation.
