FORBES: With Amazon’s recent decision to reinstate a five-day in-office workweek, DHR’s Keith Giarman shared with Forbes the potential broader implications this decision could have on corporate culture. He notes that this shift may lead many CEOs to reevaluate their hybrid work models, especially regarding productivity.
As companies navigate this transition, the challenge lies in balancing employee autonomy with the need for in-person collaboration. Flexibility in other areas, could be key to maintaining morale and productivity, “for instance, flexible start times or increased PTO can help employees feel better about being required to work in the office,” he explains. “This way companies are meeting productivity levels needed in the workplace, while also being understanding of employees’ wants and needs.”