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McDonald’s Risks Employee Ire by Joining Trend of Virtual Layoffs
Asking staff to work from home during job cuts protects their privacy but can also lead to backlash.
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McDonald’s Corp. is the latest company asking staff to work from home during layoffs, a practice that has sparked criticism from other companies’ employees and management experts.
The fast-food chain told corporate staff to work remotely Monday through Wednesday to provide confidentiality while it cuts hundreds of jobs, according to a person familiar with the company’s plans. The decision was made out of respect for those affected, said the person, who asked not to be identified discussing private information.