Following the peak of the COVID-19 outbreak, numerous large corporations across the United States have embraced a hybrid work approach, granting employees the choice to work from the office or remotely based on their preferences. Nevertheless, with the relaxation of pandemic regulations, many companies have started mandating a return to the office for their employees. Disney is the most recent firm to follow suit.
This past week, Bob Iger, who resumed the role of Disney’s CEO in November, directed remote workers to resume office work starting March 1. According to an official email from Iger obtained by CNBC, all Disney staff members are required to allocate a minimum of four days per week for in-office work.
“Employees who presently follow a hybrid work setup are expected to dedicate four days per week to on-site work, with a focus on Monday through Thursday for in-person workdays,” stated Iger.
Bob Iger informs Disney employees of the mandate to return to the office for four days a week https://t.co/nmzwCPaV68
— CNBC (@CNBC) January 9, 2023
“Throughout the past few months, as I engaged with various teams across the organization, I have been reminded of the immense significance of interacting with colleagues in person,” remarked Iger. “As I’ve emphasized before, creativity is at the core of our identity and operations at Disney. In a creative industry like ours, nothing can replace the benefits of bonding, observing, and collaborating with colleagues in the physical workspace, as well as the chance to advance professionally by gaining insights from leaders and mentors.”
