India Leads in Office-Based Work Adoption and AI Integration

A JLL survey reveals that India surpasses global norms in office attendance, with a strong move to integrate AI. While sustainability gains traction, long-term planning faces hurdles. Businesses focus on adapting to technology and aligning corporate goals for a future-ready workspace.

In a sweeping survey by JLL, a global real estate services firm, India has emerged as a frontrunner in advocating for office-based work, with 90% of organizations mandating employees to be present in the office at least three days per week. This figure outstrips the global average of 85%, cementing India's position as a staunch supporter of traditional workplace models.

The survey projects a strengthening of this trend, predicting that 54% of Indian companies (compared to 43% worldwide) foresee an increase in office days by 2030. Concurrently, Indian businesses are undergoing a radical transformation with the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their operations. Notably, 95% of business decision-makers are set to boost their AI investments over the next five years, heralding a new era in workplace design and functionality.

While technology and sustainability initiatives take center stage, challenges remain. Approximately 44% of Corporate Real Estate (CRE) leaders highlight difficulties in long-term strategic planning amid an evolving organizational backdrop. Similarly, 46% pointed to the limited integration with other business units as a barrier to maximizing value. The survey underscores the importance of aligning corporate strategies with CRE objectives to pave the way for effective workplace solutions in India. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)