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7/28/25, 9:52 AM The Dubai Government’s 4-Day Work Week Boosted Productivity By 87%

The initiative, led by the Dubai Government Human
Resources Department (DGHR), trialled a 4-day work week

across multiple government entities during summer 2024.

The results are in, and they’re nothing short of impressive. According to DGHR’s
assessment of the pilot phase, the new structure brought major improvements across
the board:

An 87% improvement in employees’ ability to complete tasks on time
A 96% boost in customer service, with zero complaints recorded

A 98% rise in overall employee happiness and enthusiasm

Dr. Al Muhairi was officially honoured by DGHR for his
innovative idea

The department highlighted that this recognition isn’t just about one suggestion; it’s
about reinforcing a culture where employee voices matter and where smart ideas are

turned into action.

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