84.4% Say Office is More Productive Than Remote Work, 30-Point Increase Since 2021
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A survey by Gekkan Soumu reveals a significant shift back to the office, with 84.4% of general affairs professionals stating office work is more productive than teleworking. This marks a 30.2 percentage point increase from 2021. Approximately 50% of companies have revised their office layouts in the last three years, focusing on productivity and communication. With 20% of firms planning to increase budgets, the office is being redefined as a strategic hub for collaboration rather than just a workspace.