Remote Working Culture Could Help Create Agile Work Practices

Remote Working Culture Could Help Create Agile Work Practices

The impact that COVID-19 has had on the UAE's office culture and widespread use of remote working practices could persist once the pandemic has been brought under control, according to the Dubai Future Foundation .. A study done by Global Workplace Analytics found that remote workers have grown by 140 per cent since 2005.. The report, the first in a series published by the Dubai Future Foundation analysing the impact of COVID-19 and challenges to the business community, looks into the future of work in the aftermath of the pandemic and the regulatory implications and work models arising from remote working.. One of the key lessons that business has been coming to terms with as light of the pandemic is the need to decentralise operations and creating a structure that allows more distributed and agile work practices.. The Foundation's report reveals that remote working is common in sectors such as IT, marketing, some forms of retail and app development.. Other benefits to business include reduced office costs and a reduction in carbon footprint.. The report states that HR policies will need to adapt to the current situation, focusing on employee happiness and productivity..