According to an expert, businesses in the UAE are adopting hybrid work models that combine office-based and remote work to give workers more flexibility and autonomy.
This change will affect talent acquisition and retention strategies and how businesses run. According to Jayant Paleti, co-founder of Darwinbox, a human capital management (HCM) company, who spoke with Khaleej Times in an interview, employers must adjust by establishing a strong framework for remote work, redefining performance measures, and encouraging a climate of trust and cooperation.
The government is actively promoting initiatives aimed at transforming the UAE, including the UAE National AI Strategy 2031. The UAE wants to be known as a global leader in innovation and technology, and this is being worked towards. As a result, digital technologies like AI, blockchain, and IoT are being adopted by many industries, including finance, healthcare, education, and transportation. The demand for talent with specialised skills in these areas is driven by this adoption, according to Paleti.
The UAE is heavily investing in upskilling and reskilling initiatives to equip its workforce with the skills required for the future economy in response to changing market demands and technological advancements. “Efforts like the Dubai Future Foundation’s ‘One Million Arab Coders’ initiative and public-private partnerships are empowering individuals to acquire in-demand skills like digital marketing, data analysis, and coding,” said Paleti.
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