Starbucks has announced a change to its corporate work policy, requiring employees to work in the office a minimum of four days per week, up from the previous three-day requirement. This adjustment is part of CEO Brian Niccol's broader turnaround effort aimed at strengthening company culture and reestablishing an in-office work environment. The new policy, effective from October, also includes a mandate for certain remote workers, particularly 'people leaders,' to relocate to Starbucks' headquarters in Seattle or Toronto within 12 months. Employees who do not agree with the increased in-office attendance requirement are being offered a buyout option as an alternative to returning to the office. The company emphasized that the decision reflects a belief that collaboration and productivity improve when employees work together in person. This move marks a rollback of remote work flexibility that had been previously offered, signaling a strategic shift in Starbucks' approach to workplace operations.