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Hybrid work costs companies $9M annually due to coordination issues

Hybrid work models incur significant costs for mid-sized companies, with an estimated $9 million annual loss due to coordination challenges like scheduling and room booking. This inefficiency translates to about 10% of an employee's workweek being spent on logistical tasks rather than core work. While some executives advocate for a full return to office to improve communication and mentorship, others argue that deliberate systems and output-based evaluations are key to successful remote or hybrid arrangements. AI

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Hybrid work costs companies $9M annually due to coordination issues

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Kristin Stoller ·

    Hybrid work has a $9 million problem. The fix depends on who you ask

    Scrambling for conference rooms and juggling Zoom calls isn't free. A new study breaks down the real cost—and two CEOs on opposite sides of the RTO debate weigh in.