Amazon’s full-time return-to-office (RTO) mandate for January 2025 has hit a roadblock as the company grapples with inadequate office space in certain US locations. Reports by Bloomberg and Business Insider reveal the temporary pause in the RTO policy due to capacity limitations in offices across various cities, including Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Nashville, New York, and Phoenix. CEO Andy Jassy’s push for a five-day office workweek has faced backlash from employees who fear being forced to relocate or adjust their lifestyles. The move towards traditional office setups has raised concerns about employee retention and dissatisfaction. Stay tuned as Amazon works to address these challenges and potential disruptions in its return-to-office plans.