EA announces full return to the office, effectively ending remote work

Electronic Arts – The Publisher Behind battlefield,,,,, Apex Legends,,,,, Split novel,,,,, The SimsAnd some popular sports series – Haas announced it will terminate its remote work policy and will implement all return. CEO Andrew Wilson said the decision reflects the company’s desire to promote “the dynamics of energy, innovation and connections, often leading to unexpected breakthroughs that lead to incredible experiences for our players.”

according to IGNWilson posted news to employees in a company-wide email sent Wednesday, May 14. In it, he explained that “hybrid work” will now be defined as “in your local office at least three days a week” and “live local roles” will be staged in stages.

Laura Miele, president of EA Entertainment, then sent a follow-up email to employees clarifying what employees can expect because the company moved from a “decentralized approach to a globally consistent, enterprise-wide model of work.” Here is Miele's outline:

• These changes will not take effect immediately. Employees should continue to work as directed by your business unit until further notice, regardless of where you reside.
• The work model transition will have a notification period of at least 12 weeks before any changes are implemented. Schedule will vary by location and will be informed locally.
• Mixed work will mean working at a local office at least three days a week, consistent with the overview in Andrew's EA Action.
• We are introducing a new 30 mile/48 km radius at the EA location.
• This means:
  • Employees living within 30 miles/48 km of EA will transition to a hybrid work model.
  • Unless their role is designated as on-site or hybrid, employees living outside a radius of 30 miles/48 km will be considered remote.
• We will also be working on the local mode of sunset. Depending on your location, this transition can take between 3 and 24 months.
• Any work model exceptions and future remote hiring will require CEO Direct/my approval.

according to IGN's reportemployees within EA were “frustrated and confused” by sudden policy changes. Some employees will now face “hours-long” commutes, while others express concern about parenting and their ability to manage personal medical conditions. Two anonymous sources reportedly explained to IGN that according to Miele's email, existing remote workers will have a “waive” to return to the office sometime within the next “3 to 24 months.”

EA joins now Rock Star Game,,,,, Ubisoftand Activity snowstorm Along with an increasing list of companies, the remote work policy has been eliminated. All four face sharp criticisms from both internal and unorganized due to these actions and are often seen as an increase in employee turnover and employee unions.