The COVID-19 pandemic significantly accelerated the shift to remote work in the EU, with a peak of 23% of the workforce working from home. Despite expectations of a decline in remote work post-pandemic, the percentage of remote and hybrid workers has stabilized. The demand for remote jobs varies across countries, with a notable mismatch between employee preferences for flexibility and employer offerings. The future of work is expected to remain hybrid, with a gradual increase in remote roles, but challenges in maintaining company culture persist. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)