Google has asked some employees to share desks amid office downsizing, according to a CNBC report. The move is part of the company's broader plan to cut back on real estate expenses, as the pandemic has prompted many employees to work remotely. Google's parent company, Alphabet, announced in its fourth-quarter earnings report that it had reduced its global office footprint by 1.5 million square feet in 2022, with plans to continue cutting back in the future.
The report indicates that Google is not mandating desk-sharing, but rather encouraging it as a voluntary option. The company is reportedly offering a $1,000 stipend to employees who choose to share their desks, which could help incentivize those who are reluctant to give up their personal workspace. Google has also introduced a "hoteling" system, which allows employees to reserve desks for the days they plan to come into the office.
The downsizing efforts come as many companies reevaluate their real estate needs in light of the pandemic, with remote work becoming more common and office usage declining. While some employees may welcome the flexibility of working from home, others may prefer the structure and social interaction of an office environment. As such, companies are trying to strike a balance between cost savings and employee satisfaction.
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