According to Statistics Canada and the U.S. Census Bureau, at the beginning of 2021, a third of households in Canada and the U.S. reported that they were mostly working from home during the pandemic. As restrictions ease and organizations look to reopen, leaders need to consider strategies around work, the workplace and the workforce. âWeâve been used to working from home â walking the dog, dealing with the kids, not having to commute or travel, and having regular meals with the family. If we want to ensure our organizationâs future success, we need to communicate to our workforce our plans sooner rather than later to ensure we allow for an adjustment period before everyone is back in the office,â explains Leon Goren, president and chief executive officer of PEO Leadership. âThere are definitely going to be some challenges for businesses who are ready to transition back to an in-person work environment. Itâs better to plan ahead and consider your options.â