Lucidia, an AI customer experience management platform in Riyadh, has made headlines by becoming the first company in Saudi Arabia to adopt a four-day work week.
This change, effective immediately, represents a significant departure from the traditional five-day work schedule. The announcement has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with many expressing enthusiasm and curiosity about the new policy’s potential impact.
Seen as a bold move to enhance work-life balance and productivity, Lucidia’s decision aims to improve employee satisfaction. This innovative approach has been described as unprecedented in the Kingdom, drawing attention to its potential effects on productivity and work quality.
Saudi human resources expert Dr. Khalil Al Thiyabi emphasized the benefits of aligning the Kingdom’s weekly vacation with global standards. He suggested that shifting the weekend to Saturday and Sunday, similar to other major economies and G20 countries, could be advantageous given Saudi Arabia’s economic stature and global influence.