Link: Microsoft is getting ready to return to the office

Microsoft is set to enforce a mandatory return-to-office policy for employees living within 50 miles of its Redmond campus. This move is expected to require staff to be present for three days a week, with potential full-week returns for some teams.

The decision follows internal speculations and considerable discussions about workplace dynamics post-pandemic.

A recent internal call indicated that Microsoft will soon formalize this policy, aiming for improved employee well-being, as suggested by enhanced Thriving Scores among those frequently in-office.

The policy will predominantly impact the U.S.-based workforce, particularly those around Microsoft's main campus, where significant expansions are underway.

Despite potential space issues due to recent downsizing of office facilities, Microsoft plans to accommodate the returning employees efficiently.

Furthermore, Microsoft's leadership suggests the office returns could subtly encourage less-engaged employees to reevaluate their positions, aligning with broader trends in tech towards normalizing office attendance post-pandemic.

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