Back in office or not? That question looms as pandemic subsides

As COVID-19 levels continue dropping across the country, employers are trying to plan out what the office environment will look like for the rest of the year. While many people have returned to school, restaurants, and sporting venues, many businesses and offices are still vacant or underutilized. Many employers that allowed or required employees to work remotely during the pandemic are now trying to find ways to bring them back. Will they require employees to come back to the office, continue to let them work remotely, or create a hybrid approach? For businesses that opt to mandate in-person work, will there be a backlash from current remote workers? Here are some pressing issues companies are facing.

Nothing beats home

Let’s face it, some people like working at home more than in the office. There are certainly perks, such as not having to commute back and forth. For some people, that can literally save several hours of personal time each day. The upshot is more time to handle errands, medical appointments, and other family matters.

Additionally, working from home provides greater flexibility. As a result and in light of the very tight labor market, some employers are rethinking their back-to-the-office policies.

Get me out of the house