Return to the Office – Myth or Reality
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered the way businesses function globally, especially in relation to office-based work. With widespread lockdowns and health concerns, organizations were compelled to adopt remote work strategies. As the pandemic receded, questions arose regarding the necessity of returning to the traditional office environment. This shift from office work to hybrid or fully remote models gave rise to a debate: is work in the office a necessity or merely a legacy system that has outlived its relevance? Will employers be able to bring their employees back into the office? In this article, we will present the results of a survey conducted among employees in Bulgarian companies regarding their way of working, the advantages of office work, and the remote/hybrid model, as well as their readiness and willingness to return to the office in the future.
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