A report by espresso Displays and The Aussie Corporate discusses the current state of hybrid work policy and tensions being experienced by corporate Australia.
"If you want a job, WFH. If you want a career, you should be in 5 days a week." - Hybrid Manager, Retail.
Key Takeaways
Current State: The overwhelming majority (54%) of Australian corporate workers prefer flexible work arrangements, with 42%favouring a hybrid approach.
Enforcement Trends: The number of businesses actively enforcing WFH policies has tripled from 11.9% in 2023 to 33% in 2024.
Resignation Risk: 58% of employees report they would resign if mandated to return to the office five days a week, up 14% from 2023.
Industry Variations: Different sectors are approaching WFH policies uniquely, with the finance industry showing stronger enforcement (54%) compared to other sectors.
Outlook: Despite KPMG's prediction that 82%of Australian companies will return to full in-office work within three years, most workers disagree or strongly disagree with this forecast.
Cultural Context: Australia's "work to live" culture is reflected in workers' strong preference for flexibility and work-life balance.
For espresso: The evolving workplace landscape presents continued opportunities for portable display solutions that enable productivity across multiple work environments.
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