Dubai to Introduce Remote Work Plan to Ease Traffic
- Publish date: Friday، 10 May 2024 | Last update: Tuesday، 10 December 2024
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The Executive Council of Dubai, led by Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, met at the Arabian Travel Market at the World Trade Centre on Wednesday. They approved a new traffic plan focused on remote work to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow.
Survey Findings
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) conducted a survey on residents' preferences for remote work and flexible hours. The survey aimed to assess traffic patterns and how remote work could impact them.
In its effort to manage traffic flow and address congestion, #RTA, in cooperation with other relevant entities in the Emirate of Dubai, is conducting a survey that takes about 10 minutes to complete, to understand the current situation in the private sector in relation to…
— RTA (@rta_dubai) May 6, 2024
Plan for Traffic Improvement
The government will use data from private sector employees to develop a strategy based on their preferences and commuting behaviors. This will help address rush hour traffic issues affecting thousands of professionals.
Benefits for Quality of Life
The plan seeks to improve employee productivity and business efficiency while enhancing quality of life. Reducing long commutes and offering flexible work hours can improve employee health and wellness. Expanding remote work options aims to significantly reduce traffic congestion.