HCL Technologies requires employees to work from the office for 3 days to avoid salary reduction.

HCL Technologies, a major IT company, has announced that all employees in its Digital Foundation Services (DFS) division will be required to work in the office at least three days a week beginning February 19. This decision follows a trend among several tech companies to move away from remote work and prioritize in-person collaboration and workplace culture.

The shift to the hybrid work model, where senior managers and leadership teams in DFS work from the office at least three days a week, will now extend to all DFS employees. This means that regardless of band or level, all DFS employees will be required to work in their designated HCLTech offices for a minimum of three days a week.

Additionally, freshers undergoing training will be expected to work from the office all five days a week to enhance their learning experience. The company has stated that non-compliance with these guidelines will result in disciplinary action in line with company policy.

HCL’s DFS division currently employs 80,000 individuals, and the company spokesperson has confirmed that this move is in line with their hybrid work model.

This announcement from HCL reflects a larger trend in the tech industry as more companies encourage employees to return to the office for a portion of the workweek. The decision aims to promote collaboration, teamwork, and a stronger workplace culture, which can be challenging to achieve in a fully remote setting.

The expected return to the office for HCL employees comes at a time when the business world is adapting to new ways of working amidst the ongoing global pandemic. The move also addresses the ongoing debate on the future of work and the balance between remote and in-office work models.

The company’s decision to require a minimum number of days in the office for certain divisions and employees reflects the shifting landscape of workplace dynamics in the technology sector.