IBM issues strict return-to-office policy requiring US managers to work from IBM office or client location at least 3 days per week; IBM spokesperson emphasizes value of in-person collaboration for productivity and client service; CEO Arvind Krishna states remote employees will have fewer promotions; policy extends attendance requirements to all US managers; IBM continues restructuring efforts; badge-in data used to monitor office attendance; other companies like Amazon and AT&T also ask remote workers to relocate.
Source: Times of India/TOI