From www.cfo.com: (US context) A recent survey indicates that over half of U.S. employees feel hindered by “busy work,” which constitutes a significant portion of their daily tasks without yielding meaningful results.

Additionally, nearly 39% of workers report greater productivity while working remotely compared to just 25% on-site, with many believing that return-to-office policies serve more to control employees than to enhance productivity.

The findings reveal a significant disconnect between employer intentions and employee perceptions regarding workplace efficiency and collaboration.