Keeping channels of communication open and being accessible are critical in uncertain times. (Shutterstock) Keeping channels of communication open and being accessible are critical in uncertain times. (Shutterstock)

Despite the overall successful shift to working from home, offices are not a thing of the past, according to a new report from real estate investment management firm Black Creek Group. 

While there are potential cost-savings to having employees permanently work from home — notably, spending less money on office space — they want to be back in the office for at least a few days a week as the COVID-19 pandemic wears on, the report found. It added that over time a fully remote workforce suffers declines in collaboration and productivity. 

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Meredith Hobbs

Meredith Hobbs writes about the Atlanta legal community and the business of law. Contact her at [email protected] or 404.419.2837. On Twitter: @MeredithHobbs.

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