Google tells some remote workers they must return to offices or risk losing their jobs. The company gave this ultimatum to teams that were previously allowed to work from home. Internal documents show employees might face bad reviews or layoffs if they refuse. This shift happens as Google tries to save money through workforce changes. The policy affects certain teams but not all Google staff.
Google wants more in-person work because leaders think it improves collaboration. The company started offering voluntary buyouts to US workers earlier this year as part of cost-cutting plans. Some employees feel surprised since they had permission to work remotely before this change. They must either accept a hybrid schedule or leave the company. Google makes these moves during its push to invest more in artificial intelligence.
The tech giant recently kept DeepMind staff on payroll for up to a year even with no work just to prevent them from joining competitors. At the same time, Google laid off about 100 people after merging Android and Pixel teams. Other tech companies are making similar moves away from remote work. Five years after pandemic changes, many firms want workers back in offices. Google aims to cut expenses in some areas to fund growth in artificial intelligence research.
Google wants more in-person work because leaders think it improves collaboration. The company started offering voluntary buyouts to US workers earlier this year as part of cost-cutting plans. Some employees feel surprised since they had permission to work remotely before this change. They must either accept a hybrid schedule or leave the company. Google makes these moves during its push to invest more in artificial intelligence.
The tech giant recently kept DeepMind staff on payroll for up to a year even with no work just to prevent them from joining competitors. At the same time, Google laid off about 100 people after merging Android and Pixel teams. Other tech companies are making similar moves away from remote work. Five years after pandemic changes, many firms want workers back in offices. Google aims to cut expenses in some areas to fund growth in artificial intelligence research.
