Infosys mandates 10 days work from office for select employees starting November 20

Indian technology giant Infosys Ltd. is calling some employees back to the office for 10 days a month. Though, unlike many of its counterparts, Infosys is taking a more lenient approach, allowing employees to continue working remotely full-time for the rest of the month. The company's decision, communicated through an internal email to select entry- to mid-level staff, will be effective from November 20.

This move follows a controversial statement made by Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy, who suggested that young Indians should work 70 hours a week. Despite Murthy's remarks, the company has maintained its official stance on providing flexibility to its employees.

An email addressed to employees in bands 5 and 6, encompassing mid-level managers, project heads, and entry-level staff, specifies a minimum requirement of 10 office days per month.

Infosys' decision contrasts with other Indian IT services providers, such as Tata Consultancy Services Ltd., which has mandated a return to the office for five days a week starting October 1. Similarly, global tech giants like Amazon.com Inc. and Alphabet Inc.’s Google have implemented their own office attendance policies, facing varying levels of resistance from employees.

Infosys CEO Salil Parekh, addressing the company's approach, stated that while some instances may require in-person collaboration for specific client work or engagements, the company generally supports a flexible approach. He emphasized Infosys's commitment to providing the necessary infrastructure for remote work while allowing employees the choice to work from home or the office.

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