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Companies like AT&T and Amazon are shifting towards a more hardcore work culture, emphasizing in-office presence and performance over traditional work-life balance, prompting employees to adapt their approach or seek new opportunities if they prefer a different environment.
JPMorgan Chase's new $3 billion headquarters at 270 Park Avenue features a state-of-the-art fitness center that requires a paid membership, causing some employee complaints despite other luxurious amenities, amid ongoing debates over returning to the office full-time.
Starbucks is requiring some remote corporate employees to return to the headquarters in Seattle or Toronto, increasing in-office days to four per week and mandating that all 'people leaders' be based in these locations within 12 months, with voluntary exit options for those unwilling to relocate.
Starbucks corporate employees are required to return to the office four days a week starting in October, with an option for a one-time voluntary exit with a cash payout, as part of the company's efforts to revitalize sales and streamline operations under CEO Brian Niccol.
Target is urging corporate employees to return to the office three days a week amid declining sales and customer visits, as part of a broader trend among companies to boost in-person collaboration, despite employee resistance and ongoing challenges from inflation and consumer boycotts.
Thousands of Philadelphia city employees have returned to full-time office work after a judge rejected a union's lawsuit against Mayor Cherelle Parker's mandate. The union argued the mandate violated their contract and would harm workers, but the judge ruled in favor of the city. The mandate ends the virtual work policy established in 2021 and aims to create a more visible and accessible government. The union has also filed an unfair-practices complaint, which is still pending.
Rockstar Games, a division of Take-Two Interactive Software Inc., is requiring employees to return to the office five days a week starting in April as they enter the final stages of developing Grand Theft Auto VI, citing productivity and security reasons following leaks of early game footage. The decision contrasts with the trend of remote work in other industries and has sparked controversy in the video game industry, known for its decentralized workforce and recent successful remote game developments.
Rockstar has instructed its employees to return to the office full-time as Grand Theft Auto 6 enters its final year of development, citing security reasons following a high-profile hack and leaks, as well as productivity benefits. The decision has been met with discontent among staff, and the changes are set to take effect in April. GTA 6 is expected to launch in 2025 on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5, with no confirmed PC release date yet.
Rockstar Games is requiring employees to return to the office five days a week in April due to security concerns related to the final stages of Grand Theft Auto 6's development. The decision aims to increase productivity and security measures following previous leaks. The company believes in-person work will ensure the game's quality and polish, despite successful remote game development by other studios. This move reflects a broader trend in the gaming industry, with Ubisoft also facing employee discontent over return-to-office mandates.
Nike employees will be required to return to the office four days per work week starting in January, as the company adjusts its hybrid work policy. The previous policy, which required employees to work in the office for three days, received pushback from staff seeking more flexibility. Nike has updated the policy to include four weeks of remote work each year, but office-based staff members will still have one remote day per week. The move aligns with a trend among businesses, with 90% expected to implement return-to-office mandates by the end of 2024.
Ubisoft Montreal is mandating that its developers work on-site at least two days a week, despite previous assurances that remote work would be allowed long-term. The company claims that in-person collaboration and discussions will enhance effectiveness and agility. However, employees view the return to the office as exacerbating existing morale issues stemming from the company's work culture scandal, layoffs, and financial struggles. Other game publishers, such as Riot Games and Activision Blizzard, have also implemented similar return-to-office plans.
Ubisoft Montreal is facing backlash from its staff after reportedly reneging on promises of long-term remote work and mandating a return to the office for a minimum of two days a week. The decision has left employees in "turmoil" as many had made life decisions based on the belief that full-time remote work would be possible. The sudden policy change has sparked anger, health concerns, and issues surrounding the state of the office. Ubisoft is encouraging employees to find solutions with their managers, but exemptions to the return-to-office order will only be considered as a last resort. This move follows a similar policy at Activision Blizzard that led to a significant staff exodus.
Amazon is implementing a relocation mandate for some employees, requiring them to move to a designated hub city to be with their team. Those who are unwilling or unable to comply are being forced to find work elsewhere, leading to some employees choosing to quit. The relocation requirement has escalated tensions between Amazon and its corporate employees, many of whom moved away from their in-person office location during the pandemic. The mandate comes as part of Amazon's push to get employees back to the office at least three days a week. Some employees view the relocation requirement as disruptive to their personal lives and are concerned about potential higher living costs without a salary increase.
Zoom is asking its employees within 50 miles of a company office to return to the office at least two days a week on a hybrid schedule, marking the end of the remote work era that saw the company's stock soar during the pandemic. The move comes as Zoom's stock has plummeted and lost at least $100 billion in market value since the end of 2021, with workers returning to their offices and reducing reliance on video communications.
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said many executives mandating a return to the office will spend their summers traveling, while his company allows employees to work from anywhere without a loss of pay. Chesky believes remote work has made his employees more productive, but he also values in-person interaction. He goes to the office every other week, and asks employees to get together at least one week per quarter. In San Francisco, where Airbnb is headquartered, over 30% of office buildings have space available to lease or sublease.