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11/13/24, 9:24 AM Flexible working should no longer be 'optional extra' for companies in Dubai, experts say | The National
resources. "I believe most firms will follow Dubai's example since, according to the

results of recent surveys, businesses are ready to adopt flexible work arrangements.

"This trend tends to be very aware that employee well-being and providing a hybrid and

flexible working model is integral to organisational success. Flexible work arrangements
make attracting and retaining the best talent easier and more economically viable,

particularly in line with Emiratisation."

A senior figure from an HR advisory firm said there were still challenges, however, that

needed to be overcome.

"As remote work grows, the challenge of preserving company culture and engagement
also intensifies," said Nikhil Nanda, director at Innovations Group UAE. "Businesses must

adopt tailored strategies, recognising that certain roles, like finance and HR, may still

require hands-on supervision to maintain productivity and cohesion.”

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