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Flipkart Joins Industry Trend: Five-Day Work From Office

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Walmart-owned e-commerce giant Flipkart has announced that all employees will now be required to work from the office five days a week.

This move ends the work-from-home (WFH) flexibility that the company introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The decision places Flipkart alongside other major players in the e-commerce and quick commerce sectors.

Companies like Amazon, Meesho, and Blinkit have already enforced similar policies.

Flipkart WFO Policy: Evolution and Implementation

Flipkart initially adopted a WFH policy in 2020, in response to the global pandemic.

This policy provided employees with the flexibility to work remotely, ensuring business continuity while prioritizing health and safety.

Over the years, the company gradually reduced this flexibility for its employees.

Senior employees, such as vice presidents, began returning to the office more regularly as part of the process.

The latest mandate extends this requirement to all employees, across functions and roles.

The company will implement the transition to a full-time office work model in phases over the coming months.

Flipkart has acknowledged that certain roles and functions may require exceptions, depending on the nature of the job.

Additionally, employees will still have a limited number of days to work from home, providing some degree of flexibility.

Reasons Behind the Decision

Flipkart’s decision to end its WFH policy is driven by several factors:

  1. Enhanced Collaboration: The company believes that in-person interactions foster deeper collaboration, increased synergies, and a stronger sense of community among employees.
  2. Onboarding and Integration: Returning to the office is expected to facilitate better onboarding experiences for new hires and improve integration within teams.
  3. Evolving Industry Dynamics: The e-commerce landscape in India is rapidly evolving, with increased competition and the rise of quick commerce. Flipkart aims to stay ahead by fostering a more cohesive and collaborative work environment.

A company spokesperson stated, “By returning to the office, we aim to foster a strong sense of community for new hires and existing employees, and a shared focus on our common goal.”


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