Dubai: Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, affirmed that investing in human capital is a strategic priority for Dubai Police. He highlighted that the General Department of Human Resources is crucial for attracting, developing, and empowering personnel to address evolving challenges, aligning with the vision to maintain Dubai's status as a safe, globally leading city.
According to Emirates News Agency, Al Marri stated that the Department has adapted to rapid developments through unique initiatives and ongoing projects that have enhanced the work environment, increased employee satisfaction, and fostered a culture of teamwork. "We believe that investing in people is an investment in the institution's future and in community safety. We will continue to support our employees and harness the latest technologies, foremost artificial intelligence, to enhance HR processes for faster delivery and higher efficiency," he added.
These remarks were made during his annual inspection of the General Department of Human Resources, where he was joined by Major General Dr. Saleh Abdullah Murad, Brigadier Rashid Nasser Rashid, and other senior officers. Al Marri reviewed strategic performance indicators, future projects, and institutional assessment results, which have shown notable improvement, reflecting a people-centric approach to success and leadership.
He was also briefed on achievements that led to winning 17 local and international awards in innovation and talent empowerment, as well as projects that incorporate robotics and artificial intelligence to streamline procedures, thereby increasing efficiency and reducing time and effort.
The visit also covered police-readiness statistics for 2024, career-path plans, jobs of the future, and academic and research programmes. It highlighted community-oriented initiatives like the Employee Happiness Strategy, which aims to create a positive and motivating workplace.
At the conclusion of the visit, Lt. Gen. Al Marri honoured several distinguished employees, acknowledging their dedication and contributions. He reiterated that Dubai Police places its people at the heart of its strategies and considers investing in human beings as an investment in the future.