Executives and Research Disagree About Hybrid Work’s Value. Why?

Published On Oct 12, 2024, 8:00 AM

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy mandated a full return to the office for employees, stating significant advantages of in-office work. This decision aligns with similar positions taken by other big executives but contradicts research suggesting the benefits of hybrid work. Studies indicate employees working part-time from home are as productive and show lower turnover rates. However, skepticism from executives about the reliability of these studies and the desire to move past pandemic-era adjustments seem to be shaping their decisions, despite evidence supporting remote work effectiveness.