Definition
Corporate directives requiring remote employees to return to physical offices, typically citing collaboration and culture. Often met with resistance from employees who've experienced the benefits of remote work.
Example Usage
Our return-to-office mandate of three days per week has led to several resignations from our remote team.
Origin
Organizational practice beginning 2022 as pandemic restrictions eased
Fun Fact
Companies with strict return-to-office policies experience higher attrition than those offering flexible arrangements.
Source: Contemporary Workplace Policy Terminology
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