State of Remote Work 5 Years After COVID Shutdown

During the pandemic, most employees worked remotely. The federal shutdown ended on April 30, 2020, although some states extended their shutdowns. Many employees embraced remote work arrangements. How are they faring 5 years after their mandated remote work arrangements ended? According to the Flex Index, 43% of US companies now operate under a hybrid model (e.g., in the office 2-3 days a week), with 25% offering full flexibility. But 32% require employees to be in the office all the time; no flexibility. Smaller employers tend toward being fully flexible. #IdeaoftheDay