AT&T's strict five-day return-to-office mandate backfired due to unreliable tracking tools, causing employee frustration and a partial retreat. Meanwhile, Microsoft plans a phased three-day in-office requirement starting 2026, citing data on enhanced innovation. These shifts highlight tensions in hybrid work policies, emphasizing the need for balanced implementation.
Microsoft executives justified a new return-to-office mandate in an internal meeting, citing data showing in-person work enhances productivity, collaboration, and well-being. The policy requires at least three office days weekly starting 2026, with stricter rules for AI teams, amid mixed employee reactions and broader tech shifts toward hybrid models.
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