Google is increasingly emphasizing the importance of in-person collaboration and has mandated that all remote employees return to the physical office at least three times a week. Some employees have been warned that failure to comply with this requirement could lead to job loss. Employees are instructed to work from the nearest Google office on a hybrid schedule.
Members of Google’s technical services unit have been informed that their relocation expenses will be covered through a one-time payment if they move within 50 miles of an office.
In October 2024, Google employees were assured that there would not be a return-to-office (RTO) mandate imposed anytime soon. During a town hall meeting, Googlers were told they would not be required to work in the office five days a week.
With the current requirement for three days of in-person collaboration, some are questioning whether Google is moving towards a five-day in-office work model. No official information has been released on this matter yet.
For some time, Google and other companies in the tech sector have been working to minimize costs while shifting their focus towards artificial intelligence (AI). Recently, reports indicated that Google is preparing for another round of job cuts as part of its ongoing global restructuring efforts. This round of layoffs is expected to primarily affect the sales, marketing, and advertising teams, particularly in Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
Although there has been no official confirmation of this news, some media sources indicate that layoffs may begin soon.
