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We are all dealing with COVID-19 challenges almost on an hourly basis to weather this storm and to remain resilient. Five major strategies we immediately implemented were: Homeworking: we were able to mobilise everyone immediately to work from home within our digital...

BOTH Celebrates a decade in the UAE and looks ahead to expansion plans into the next decade…. BOTH was founded in 2009 and built a reputable client service organisation, increasing its footprint ever since in the back office and corporate services sectors. From its...

The start of autumn in the UAE, signifying change, a new season, the Islamic New year, letting go of the old and, new beginnings…. As per the Greek philosopher, Heraclitus: "Change is the only constant in life"… Autumn reminds me that everything is always developing...

A new part-time employment system was implemented by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) to allow Emiratis, GCC nationals and foreign workers to work legally for more than one employer in the UAE without having to obtain approval or a no...

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) recently published a new legislation to encourage cultural diversity and recruitment of more skilled workers within the private sector and is incentivising companies with reduced administrative fees. New...

The BOTH Accounts team attended a VAT awareness workshop arranged by the Ministry of Finance. Below are the major highlights covered during the session: Value Added Tax is an indirect Tax and is imposed on most supplies of goods and services that are bought and sold....

Looking back at 2016 our highlight was SCALING UP and REINVENTING our business as we remained focused on CLIENT SERVICE. As we head into 2017, the world is on the brink of a digital and technology revolution, rapid globalization and many businesses expanding their...

A new decree by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) regarding the Wage Protection System (WPS) takes effect from 3rd October 2016. The decree ensures that salaries in UAE are paid in full and on time, contributing to labour market stability by...

There are three (3) new employment rules introduced by the Ministry of Labour (“MOL”) by way of the following three Ministerial Decrees: • Ministerial Decree No. (764) of 2015 (“Decree No. 764”) – confirms the documents an employer must issue to a foreign employee...

Additions requests between 1 July 2016 and the renewal of the policy will be handled by Daman in either of the following ways: - Holders of Enhanced Plans: If a Principal member has an Enhanced plan and has an addition to his family – such as a new-born, the member...

As of 1 July 2016 the following changes in health insurance regulations from Health Authority – Abu Dhabi (HAAD) became effective. 1. HAAD-compliant plans are only required for those with visas issued in Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Employees or their dependents who have...

Emirates ID Holders can now use e-Gate at Dubai Airport Terminal 3! Passengers can now bypass long queues and clear passport control procedures within seconds using their Emirates Identity cards through the electronic gates (e-Gates) at the arrival wing of Terminal...

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, announced changes throughout the federal government to encompass sweeping adjustments across all sectors as well as the creation of new ministerial posts and government panels. This was approved by the...

The UAE business climate is a unique one. According to World Bank figures, there are an estimated 9.2 million people who call this place home - 91% of whom are expatriates. These expats have become the back bone of the UAE economy, paying their dues and doing their...

Back office outsourcing is a strategy adopted across industries. The past recession has brought about significant changes in the outsourcing space. These changes include outsourcing services such as customer relationship management, HR administration, recruitment...

We are all dealing with COVID-19 challenges almost on an hourly basis to weather this storm and to remain resilient. Five major strategies we immediately implemented were: Homeworking: we were able to mobilise everyone immediately to work from home within our digital...

BOTH Celebrates a decade in the UAE and looks ahead to expansion plans into the next decade…. BOTH was founded in 2009 and built a reputable client service organisation, increasing its footprint ever since in the back office and corporate services sectors. From its...

The start of autumn in the UAE, signifying change, a new season, the Islamic New year, letting go of the old and, new beginnings…. As per the Greek philosopher, Heraclitus: "Change is the only constant in life"… Autumn reminds me that everything is always developing...

A new part-time employment system was implemented by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) to allow Emiratis, GCC nationals and foreign workers to work legally for more than one employer in the UAE without having to obtain approval or a no...

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) recently published a new legislation to encourage cultural diversity and recruitment of more skilled workers within the private sector and is incentivising companies with reduced administrative fees. New...

The BOTH Accounts team attended a VAT awareness workshop arranged by the Ministry of Finance. Below are the major highlights covered during the session: Value Added Tax is an indirect Tax and is imposed on most supplies of goods and services that are bought and sold....

Looking back at 2016 our highlight was SCALING UP and REINVENTING our business as we remained focused on CLIENT SERVICE. As we head into 2017, the world is on the brink of a digital and technology revolution, rapid globalization and many businesses expanding their...

A new decree by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) regarding the Wage Protection System (WPS) takes effect from 3rd October 2016. The decree ensures that salaries in UAE are paid in full and on time, contributing to labour market stability by...

There are three (3) new employment rules introduced by the Ministry of Labour (“MOL”) by way of the following three Ministerial Decrees: • Ministerial Decree No. (764) of 2015 (“Decree No. 764”) – confirms the documents an employer must issue to a foreign employee...

Additions requests between 1 July 2016 and the renewal of the policy will be handled by Daman in either of the following ways: - Holders of Enhanced Plans: If a Principal member has an Enhanced plan and has an addition to his family – such as a new-born, the member...

As of 1 July 2016 the following changes in health insurance regulations from Health Authority – Abu Dhabi (HAAD) became effective. 1. HAAD-compliant plans are only required for those with visas issued in Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Employees or their dependents who have...

Emirates ID Holders can now use e-Gate at Dubai Airport Terminal 3! Passengers can now bypass long queues and clear passport control procedures within seconds using their Emirates Identity cards through the electronic gates (e-Gates) at the arrival wing of Terminal...

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, announced changes throughout the federal government to encompass sweeping adjustments across all sectors as well as the creation of new ministerial posts and government panels. This was approved by the...

The UAE business climate is a unique one. According to World Bank figures, there are an estimated 9.2 million people who call this place home - 91% of whom are expatriates. These expats have become the back bone of the UAE economy, paying their dues and doing their...

Back office outsourcing is a strategy adopted across industries. The past recession has brought about significant changes in the outsourcing space. These changes include outsourcing services such as customer relationship management, HR administration, recruitment...