Amazon Web Services CEO Tells Employees They Are Free To Leave If They Don't Like 5-Day In-Office Mandate

2024-10-18 35,531

Amazon Web Services CEO Matt Garman told employees that those unhappy with the company's new five-day in-office mandate can leave. During an all-hands meeting, Garman emphasized the importance of in-person collaboration for Amazon’s culture and innovation, aligning with the company’s leadership principles. The policy change has drawn criticism from some employees, with around 37,000 joining a Slack channel advocating for remote work. Garman noted most employees are enthusiastic about the shift.