Microsoft’s announcement that Puget Sound employees who live within 50 miles of a Microsoft office will be expected in the office three days a week by the end of February 2026 is a decisive reset of hybrid norms at one of Big Tech’s most consequential firms — and it changes the framing of...
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Malaysia’s debate over whether to “live longer, work longer” has shifted from a technocratic footnote into a full policy conversation about health, dignity, workplaces and social design — a debate recently amplified by a Bernama opinion piece that frames the question through the lens of...
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Flexible work has transitioned from a fleeting trend to a fundamental shift in modern organizations, steering conversations in boardrooms and IT departments alike. The adoption of hybrid work models is transforming how companies approach collaboration, culture, and operational efficiency. Now...
The holiday season is just around the corner, and what better gift could there be than the opportunity to work remotely for one of the world’s leading tech giants, Microsoft? As we transition into the cozy winter months, the idea of a flexible work schedule becomes increasingly appealing. Not...