September 18th 2024.
Tabcorp, a leading betting company in Australia, has recently made an announcement to its employees regarding their work arrangements. In a memo sent out by the CEO Gillon McLachlan, it was stated that employees are now expected to come into the office five days a week, from Monday to Friday. This change comes after the company had previously allowed a hybrid work model of three days in the office and two days remote, due to the impact of COVID.
According to reports, this new policy will affect around 1500 employees across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. In fact, in recent advertisements for new roles within Tabcorp, it was mentioned that the new CEO, McLachlan, is focused on building a winning culture and has championed an in-office policy. The advertisement further emphasizes the importance of being physically present in the office for the company's success, while still valuing flexibility for employees to adjust their work schedules or work remotely when needed.
This decision by Tabcorp follows a similar move by tech giant Amazon, which also announced its return to office order earlier this week. In a memo shared with staff members, Amazon's CEO Andy Jassy explained that the company's senior management had been evaluating the best way for employees to work together and provide the best outcomes for both customers and the business. As a result, starting from January 2025, all Amazon employees will be required to work in the office five days a week.
Jassy further stated that the company had decided to return to its pre-COVID office attendance requirements, as they strongly believe that the benefits of being together in the office are significant. He also acknowledged that in the past five years, the company has seen the advantages of having employees physically present in the office. It is worth noting that before the pandemic, Amazon's office attendance requirement was three days a week.
This shift back to a five-day office workweek by both Tabcorp and Amazon is a reflection of the trend that many companies are now following. As the world slowly recovers from the pandemic, companies are re-evaluating their work arrangements and prioritizing in-person collaboration and connection among employees. While flexibility is still valued, being physically present in the office is seen as crucial for success.
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