CEO Reveals Employers’ Intensified Push for In-Office Work and Evolving Office Designs
CEO Reveals Employers’ Intensified Push for In-Office Work and Evolving Office Designs
Despite the perception of a plateau in the return-to-office (RTO) movement, Scott Salmirs, CEO of ABM Industries, a leading office maintenance firm, reveals that employers are secretly planning to add more in-person workdays. This shift is largely fueled by a changing labor market that has empowered employers. Salmirs predicts an incremental increase in required office days over the next six to nine months, with companies pushing for employees to transition from three to four days, or even four to five days in the office.
To facilitate this RTO push, businesses are strategically redesigning their workspaces in several key ways. Many large corporations are opting for smaller, higher-quality Class A buildings in centralized locations, trading outdated spaces for premium amenities. The trend is moving away from open-plan layouts, with companies converting these areas into more private offices and conference rooms to enhance employee comfort and productivity. Furthermore, employers are prioritizing amenities, ensuring pantries are well-stocked with high-quality snacks and coffee, and increasing visible cleaning staff to assure employees of a healthy environment. While Class A buildings are thriving with high occupancy rates, Class B and C office spaces continue to struggle significantly in the current commercial real estate landscape.
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