Mike Peterson
Apple corporate employees are starting to return to in-office work on a hybrid schedule as of Monday, including workers at the company's Apple Park headquarters.
Back in March, Apple set an April 11 return deadline for its following several delays in its return timeline due to changes in the Covid-19 situation.
The April return deadline was set after a drop in Covid-19 cases and an easing of mask mandates and other pandemic-era restrictions across the U.S.
Although many technology companies and other firms have embraced a hybrid or remote work model, Apple has made it clear that it sees in-office collaboration as a necessary part of working at the iPhone maker.
Apple's workers won't be expected to stay in-office every day of the week — at least initially. The Cupertino tech giant is opting for a gradual return strategy that includes working in-office at least one day a week by April 11.
On May 2, staffers will need to work at least two days a week. By May 23, the number of in-person days rises to three. At that point, employees will need to head into the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, with Wednesdays and Fridays set aside for potential remote work.
Not everyone at Apple is happy with the arrangement, however. Apple employees have attempted to lobby for a permanent hybrid or remote work option. However, Apple has pushed forward with its plans despite those requests.
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With Bay Area traffic being so bad, I almost sympathize with those who don't want to resume their commute. But it's the job they signed up for. If management wants them back then that's what they'll need to do. I'm sure many other companies would be happy to acquire the talents of those who wish to remain working from home. Maybe they can find new jobs, which better align with their desires.
My only warning is that if you want to move up the ranks, you'll need to show your face in the office. You may not like it. But that's the reality.
Utterly pathetic. These people resent the opportunity to collaborate in one of the world’s most desirable workspaces.