Microsoft is officially sending employees back to the office. Read the memo.
1. Microsoft mandates employees to return to office three days weekly by 2026. 2. Phase one targets Seattle-area workers, expanding to other locations later. 3. Stricter RTO policy reflects performance pressure amid layoffs and strict evaluations. 4. Policy aligns Microsoft with other tech giants like Google and Meta. 5. Shift signals a push for enhanced collaboration and productivity.