Apple CEO Tim Cook announced Friday that it plans to begin its hybrid work phase starting in April, joining other large Silicon Valley employers returning to the office two years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
, the Cupertino-based tech giant said starting April 11, teams would initially return to the office one day a week. In the third week, workers would be expected at the office an additional day.By May 23, workers would be in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, with flexibility on Wednesdays and Fridays.
“For many of you, I know that returning to the office represents a long-awaited milestone and a positive sign that we can engage more fully with the colleagues who play such an important role in our lives. For others, it may also be an unsettling change,” Cook said in a memo to employees obtained by the tech website.
“I want you to know that we are deeply committed to giving you the support and flexibility that you need in this next phase,” the CEO went on to say, noting that employees would be able to work remotely up to four weeks a year. Cook also said most locations in the United States would revert to being mask optional in the coming weeks, citing an ongoing decline in cases following the omicron variant surge. Santa Clara County, where the company is headquartered,
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Apple CEO Tim Cook tells employees the return to offices will begin on April 11thThe hybrid plan will have employees in-office Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Read more »
Verizon kicks off the first good Apple iPhone 13 deal with no trade-in requiredFor the first time since its commercial debut, Apple's 5G-enabled iPhone 13 is deeply discounted with no need for a device trade-in or number port-in.
Read more »
Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser Sees ‘Tremendous Upside' in Stock After Tepid Investor Day ResponseFraser, who started as CEO of Citigroup a year ago, held her inaugural investor conference on Wednesday.
Read more »
Peloton Ex-CEO John Foley Sells $50 Million in Stock to Michael Dell's Investment FirmPeloton co-founder and ex-CEO John Foley has sold about $50 million in stock to an investment firm backed by Michael Dell, MSD Partners.
Read more »
Dallas City Council grills DART CEO for shutting down during winter stormsDART CEO Nadine Lee defended her decisions during two February winter storms. But council members said the agency has to find a way to provide better service in the future.
Read more »
iPhone SE 2022 Likely Just Days Away As Apple Confirms March EventThe day’s been announced for the next Apple Special Event. Here are all the details we know and what to expect.
Read more »