In-person work attendance in Manhattan has reached 76% of what it was before the pandemic, driven by ongoing return-to-office efforts, according to a new report from the Partnership for New York City. Despite that progress, hybrid work schedules remain the most widespread setup among office employees.
The findings come from a survey conducted between March 5 and March 20, which included responses from 125 large office-based companies in the borough. It revealed that 57% of employees are physically present in the office on an average weekday.
Just 10% of workers are now back to commuting five days a week, while only 8% are fully remote. That leaves the vast majority—82%—working on a hybrid basis, coming into the office anywhere from one to four days a week.
Nick, a financial trader, is part of the small group sticking to a traditional in-office routine. He told 1010 WINS that he believes it’s the best environment for getting work done.“Working from office is where the highest levels of productivity are and highest levels of efficiency,” he said.
Meanwhile, Erin, who also works in finance, values the flexibility of remote days, saying they actually help boost her performance later in the week.
“I feel more productive a couple of days after I work from home because I have that rest,” she said.
Seventy-five percent of the companies surveyed indicated that their current arrangements are now considered permanent. However, one in four employers plan to tighten in-office attendance requirements within the next year, signaling a gradual increase in physical presence.
Alyssa shared with 1010 WINS that while she prefers coming in regularly, having the option to decide for herself is empowering.
“I think knowing that I can choose makes it feel better, but I would be in 4 days a week most weeks given the choice,” she said.
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