Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced a return to a five-day office work week for corporate employees starting January 2, 2025, emphasizing the need to strengthen company culture and improve collaboration. This decision marks a shift from the previous policy, which allowed three days in the office and two days of remote work. Jassy stated that being physically present fosters better teamwork and quicker decision-making, reflecting a desire to operate like a 'startup'. The plan includes reducing the number of managers to flatten the organizational structure and increase the ratio of individual contributors, signaling potential job cuts. While some employees may still work remotely under special circumstances, the new policy indicates a firm move away from hybrid work models prevalent since the pandemic. This decision aligns with broader trends in the tech sector, where companies are reevaluating their work-from-home policies amidst economic pressures.