I live and work in Delaware. Positive Covid cases have started surging again. We are still in a phased opening, in Phase 2. Phase 3 was put on hold due to the surge. The recommendation per our state is to continue to allow telecommute, if possible. Some other states don't have such very specific guidance. I hope the bank is looking at individual state guidance and case numbers. Does anyone know how decisions are being made to return to work? Does BAC really dislike WFH so much that now in the middle of all the surging, this is when people will start to be sent back?
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I believe they are determining who comes back in by the type of work you do. Some jobs require various systems that are not designed for wfh. Plus some have more risk as it relates to consumer information. My role in marketing works easily at home and office. I am really liking the wfh no traffic commute nightmares, no worry about dressing up in the office etc. saving money, starting dinner on time, it’s wonderful. I don’t mind staying late to finish work because I’m already home. And I’m happy to work for this company.
I bet all the awful micromanagers are really sad they can’t make use of their powers to make their associates lives harder
I agree with the earlier post. No one is returning before September 7th and we will have 30 day notice. Andrea Smith has previously said there needs to be a business case to bring people back in, either lowers cost, lowers risk or increases productivity. In addition, they will be looking at the local area controls/ virus transmission and the building itself. Some buildings are not owned by BAC and can not accommodate social distancing. Andrea also said higher floors will need to be closed bc of concerns with elevators. I think some staff roles won’t come back until next year (just my guess)
The sad truth is poor real estate deals were made along with too many "leaders" who need to CONTROL their directs and camouflage that belief by trying to sell it as collaboration.
I have collaborated more since March 13 with my colleagues WFH, than ever in the office.
Yes, in the survey comment/feedback to keep WFH in-place permanently. The feedback is read, so if an overwhelming majority is pro-WFH, then there will be some type of accommodation.
Did you see the question in the survey that said "I would like to be working at Bank of America one year from now." I laughed so hard at that. They are totally looking to layoff next year. Trust!
That memo did not say you will be returning to work in September. It was confusing, I will admit. What it said was you will be NOT be returning to work before September at which time they will reassess the situation. With all that is happening, my guess and from what i am hearing, we will not be going back into the office this year. I, for one, hope they make work from home a permanent option. It works so well for so many. Work/home balance is critical and WFH relieves so much stress. Speak up in the survey...make your wishes known if that is what you want.
What kind of football season are the Blue Hens going to have this year?
Still drinking the Cool aid
They do not care about you, It is about profits fat head.
They are flipping head count so much that they have 1 thousand contracting agencies who rely on BOA for 99% of there business. poor business model but they all have been in business for more than 10 years. BOA is about head flipping because you do not matter to the bottom line.
Return to Work Email for Sept / Yet Covid is Surging - correction