Amazon Defends Return-to-Office Mandate Amid Employee Backlash

• Amazon's HR executive, Beth Galetti, defended the company's 5-day office work policy, stating it's a return to pre-pandemic approach.
• Galetti mentioned young employees' desire for in-office mentorship as a reason for the policy.
• CEO Andy Jassy emphasized that office presence facilitates collaboration and strengthens company culture.
• Amazon is also developing an AI 'culture coach' for employee feedback.
• Critics argue the policy may lead to resignations due to concerns about commutes, housing costs, and work-life balance.

Source: Times of India