I feel this and preach this so strongly. The real question is, whose ego are we supporting with face-to-face in-person interaction? It can't be for the ROI on that commercial rent...or the cost of utilities, office supplies, and unnecessary perks that, again, don't enhance employee productivity or the company's bottom line at all. I see no financial incentive for going back (for companies - who are the decision-makers) - and think it boils down to 2 things.

1. The decision-makers who signed that multi-year $100s of thousands (or millions of $) commercial lease are too afraid to bite the bullet, cut the cord, and pay the penalty (which likely pales in comparison to a few months' cost of rent, anyway...)

2. Some higher-ups actually want the validation of face-to-face ego-boosting, rather than Zoom replies and to-the-point emails. So unnecessary - as someone who hires and manages a 100% remote team from all over the country.

Sorry guys - the ROI on going back just isn't there. Maybe some study in some industry can prove me wrong...but as a broad, blanket statement across MOST industries, and most companies, I feel fairly confident in my viewpoint here. Hoping your words reach some decision-makers across industries and make a real impact, Tim.