Meta Implements Stricter Return-to-Office Policy, Threatens Employee Termination for Non-Compliance

Meta (formerly Facebook) is increasing its efforts to enforce a return to the office for employees, monitoring their compliance through company badges and the Status Tool. The move comes after Meta mandated all employees to come into the office three days a week. Managers will review attendance and non-compliance may result in disciplinary action, including termination. After 18 months, employees with positive appraisals can apply to be fully remote but will only be allowed in the office four days out of every two months. The push for in-person work contrasts with Meta's vision of a metaverse.