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DGHR adopted the innovative proposal and transformed it into an official government decision
under the ‘Our Flexible Summer’ initiative.

The pilot project trialled in 2024 with 15 government entities.
Huge jump in productivity

DGHR said it closely observed the initiative’s development, execution, and impact across all
operational aspects, further enhancing the work environment and ensuring employee well-being.

During the pilot phase assessment, the Department revealed it received tangible positive
outcomes, such as a notable increase in key performance indicators, including productivity,
customer service, and employee satisfaction. It also resulted in an 87 per cent improvement in
employees’ ability to complete tasks on time, a 96 per cent improvement in customer service with
zero complaints and a 98 per cent improvement in employees’ happiness and enthusiasm in the
workplace.

The results were hard to ignore. So, this year, Dubai’s ‘Our Flexible Summer’ initiative rolled out
across all government departments.
Employees are allowed to either work eight hours from Monday to Thursday and enjoy Friday as a
full holiday or work seven hours from Monday to Thursday and 4.5 hours on Friday.

Appreciating creative talents

After honouring Dr Al Muhairi, DGHR Director General Abdullah Ali Bin Zayed Al Falasi praised his
contribution.
“This recognition is not just an acknowledgement of a single idea. At DGHR, we believe that it is a
reaffirmation of our deep-rooted commitment to institutional innovation and our confidence in
turning individual contributions into practical solutions that help achieve Dubai’s vision of a more
resilient and prosperous future,” he said.

Appreciating creative talents within Dubai’s government work environment, he also underscored
the Department’s progressive strategy to invest in human capital by nurturing talents and
empowering them to contribute meaningfully to shape institutional policies that can transform and
drive sustainable development across government entities.

“Dubai’s government entities remain committed to building a flexible work environment where
talents are empowered to thrive and suggest innovative ideas. With the right support, these ideas
can be translated into effective success stories that make a difference in the lives of employees
and the wider community, while shaping the future of the country’s public sector,” he added.

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