Is the 'work from home' era over in Boston?

""Fidelity's belief is that being physically together creates more opportunities for a meaningful associate experience filled with connection, mentorship, and learning-elements that are central to our long‑term success.""

""I think being in the office is much better. I think working remotely is too impersonal. You don't have the same connection to people that you have when you are seeing them in person.""

""I absolutely love it. I think [companies] should keep it. I know there are companies that are going back full-time, like five days in the office. I think that's a poor choice.""

""Working hybrid definitely, I think, has allowed us to expand our services and also gives people a little bit of flexibility.""

Fidelity Investments announced a return to full-time office work for its 80,000 global employees, including over 6,000 in Boston. The company believes that physical presence fosters meaningful connections, mentorship, and learning, which are vital for long-term success. Reactions vary, with some employees preferring in-person work for better connections, while others favor hybrid schedules for flexibility. The shift back to the office may impact commuter patterns, as data shows a significant decrease in daily train commuters since 2019, raising questions about future traffic conditions.

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