Dell wanted everyone back in the office 5 days a week. Employees say it's been open to interpretation.

"The discrepancies in how it's enforced are causing "internal politics," one worker said."

"So much of this is dependent on leaders," the program manager said, adding that it felt "haphazard.""

Since implementing a strict five-day return-to-office (RTO) mandate in March, Dell has faced challenges with inconsistent enforcement among managers. While some employees report working a full office day, others have experienced varying degrees of flexibility depending on their role or manager, leading to workplace tensions. Employees describe a culture of gossip and scrutiny over attendance, with one program manager highlighting the inconsistent treatment among staff. A spokesperson reaffirmed that expectations remain unchanged yet acknowledged the need for flexibility.

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