The British Chambers of Commerce survey reveals that 48% of firms anticipate a full-time return to office work next year, indicating a shift from hybrid models. Despite the preference for flexibility among employees, many businesses are increasing on-site presence requirements. The survey also highlights sector-specific attitudes, with manufacturers and customer-facing companies showing stronger preferences for in-person work compared to B2B service firms. While some companies associate more time on-site with productivity, only 17% support this belief despite research indicating otherwise.
Nearly half of British companies are opting for full-time in-office work in the coming year, in contrast to just a modest percentage forecasting hybrid arrangements.
41% of businesses surveyed indicated a push for more on-site employee presence, yet only 17% correlated this demand with increased productivity.
The report underscored that differing sectors exhibit varying attitudes towards hybrid working, with manufacturers showing a marked preference for full onsite work.
Jane Gratton emphasized that while hybrid working has gained traction, it may not be universally advantageous and some firms prefer full onsite models to suit their needs.
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