Return-to-Office Mandates: The Good, the Bad and Everything in Between

A mere five years ago, virtually everyone worked onsite. Then, no one did. The change was devastating for some industries, but those who could work from home quickly adjusted. What started as a temporary arrangement became the new norm.

The fact is, remote work is now truly woven into the fabric of the lives of millions—and its undoing will not be without consequence.

In 2025 headlines are being flooded with talk of return-to-office mandates. As organisations continue to adjust to shifting workforce expectations, the challenge of finding the right balance between remote, hybrid and in-office work has never been more critical. In this report we look at the benefits of a return to the office, the downside, whether hybrid is a better option and how companies can make the right decision for their workforce.