Analysis
Multiple 2021‑2022 surveys (e.g., McKinsey, Gartner, and the World Economic Forum) show a clear move toward hybrid and flexible work models and emphasize intentional collaboration, supporting the first part of the statement. However, data also indicate that a substantial share of firms have adopted hybrid policies rather than a strict remote‑or‑office binary, contradicting the claim that "most companies are still stuck" in such thinking. Therefore the statement is only partially accurate.
Background
The COVID‑19 pandemic accelerated remote work, prompting many organizations to reassess workplace design. By late 2021, industry reports highlighted hybrid models that combine flexibility with scheduled in‑person collaboration. While some companies remained fully remote or fully office‑based, the majority were transitioning to blended approaches.
Verdict summary
The claim reflects a real shift toward flexible, collaborative work designs, but the assertion that most companies remain stuck in binary remote‑office thinking overstates the evidence.