The post-pandemic workplace continues to evolve — and a growing number of employers are updating how and where they expect teams to work. Across industries, companies are moving from open-ended hybrid arrangements toward more structured in-office schedules. For instance, mandates at companies like Amazon and JPMorgan Chase have been in effect for over a year. The results, however, highlight the complexities of modern work patterns; Amazon itself reportedly had to lease WeWork space after its RTO mandate left it with an unforeseen shortage of desks.This isn’t just anecdotal; it reflects strategic decisions around collaboration, culture, leadership coherence, and real estate utilization.
Here’s a look at what’s actually driving return-to-office (RTO) mandates — and why flexible workspaces offer a practical, contemporary solution.
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