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Are the days of working from home numbered? Brazilian and global companies are increasingly returning to in-person work, especially in sectors such as hospitality and construction. But will remote work really disappear?
In recent years, many believed that working from home was here to stay. However, reality shows a different scenario, and the question that remains is: how long will remote work be an option?
Companies around the world are rethinking the way they handle working hours, and in Brazil, this change is already visible in some sectors. Are the days of home office numbered?
Experts say the return to in-person work is gaining momentum, and the trend is that more companies adopt this model in a hybrid or even full way. Curiosity about the future of home office is in the air.
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The return to face-to-face learning is gaining momentum in Brazil
According to Online Tribune, several companies have begun a gradual return to in-person work, mainly in sectors such as hotels, construction and technology.
According to Fernando Otávio Campos, president of the Brazilian Hotel Industry Association of the State (ABIHES) and director of the Civil Construction Industry Union of Guarapari (Sindicig), around 3 thousand workers are expected to return to the office this year in the State.
This trend reflects the global movement to reduce remote work, especially in management and leadership roles, as in the case of Petrobras, which is expanding in-person work for managers. The company requires these professionals to be in the office at least three times a week.
Productivity and challenges of working from home
Many experts point out that working in person can bring advantages in terms of productivity and communication. According to Eliana Machado, director of Center RH, the reduction in home office is due to the way it was implemented during the pandemic, without proper preparation in many cases.
“Productivity and performance have declined in many companies,” she says. Furthermore, psychologist Maria Rita Sales Régis, from Design Gente, notes that physical proximity strengthens organizational culture and facilitates team management. “Many companies have faced challenges in remote management, including difficulties in meeting deadlines and communicating.”
The hybrid model as a solution
Letícia Aparecida da Silva Oliveira, a sales assistant at an accounting firm, is an example of someone who has returned to work in person in a hybrid format. Initially, she and her colleagues worked in person only one day a week.
Now, they go to the office twice a day. She notes that this routine allows her to resolve customer demands more quickly. “The work environment was renovated for our return. There is a rest area, which helps make the day lighter and more productive,” Letícia told Online Tribune.
Sectors where home office is most effective
Despite the return to in-person work in many sectors, other areas continue to see advantages in working from home. Professions related to technology, digital marketing and graphic design benefit greatly from digital tools that facilitate communication and collaboration.
According to psychologist Maria Rita Sales Régis, these professionals can maintain the same level of efficiency, or even surpass it, by working remotely. In addition, sectors such as telemedicine, consulting and telemarketing have also shown good results with home office, as highlighted by Eliana Machado. “Here at Center RH, for example, our entire process is virtual, which brings great flexibility.”
Home office: advantages and disadvantages
It is undeniable that home office has brought a series of benefits to workers. Greater professional freedom, possibility of expanding knowledge and a unique independence, since the employee does not have to face daily traffic.
Also, being close to family, as highlighted by Online Tribune, is a significant advantage for those who work from home. However, this format also brings challenges. The loss of privacy, for example, can be a problem, especially when the family environment mixes with the professional one. In addition, working from home can lead to social isolation, distancing employees from socializing with their coworkers.
The future of work: in-person, hybrid or remote?
According to recent research, such as the report by consultancy firm Deel, technology and communications continue to be the areas that hire the most for remote work. Software developers, engineers and marketing professionals are examples of categories that maintain home office as a consolidated practice.
However, for sectors that require physical presence, in-person work remains the best alternative. Companies that demand innovation, research and development need a more solid and integrated structure, something that home office does not always provide.
Labor regulations and the return to in-person work
In Brazil, there are rules that regulate the return to in-person work, especially for those who migrated to home office during the pandemic. According to the Online Tribune, if the employer wants the employee to return to the office, there must be communication at least 15 days in advance.
Furthermore, it is essential that the worker is aware of the conditions set out in their collective agreement, which can guarantee specific rights, such as flexible working hours to reconcile work with studies.
What's next?
While the future of work is still being shaped, it’s clear that the return to in-person work has gained momentum. Will this be the definitive end of home office, or will we see a new balance between in-person and remote work? The debate is far from over, and upcoming decisions by major companies could directly impact the way we work.
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