Bengaluru: Infosys is taking a new approach to employee well-being. The tech giant has launched an internal campaign to promote work-life balance, especially for those working remotely.
As part of the initiative, Infosys’ HR team is monitoring working hours and sending personalised emails to employees who exceed the standard limits. The company has defined regular work as 9.15 hours a day, five days a week. Any time logged beyond this triggers an alert.
Employees Get Health Reminders
According to a report by The Economic Times, the HR team sends out health reminder emails if an employee’s average monthly working hours cross the limit. These emails include:
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Number of days the employee worked remotely
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Total hours worked in the month
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Daily average working hours
The message also carries a clear reminder: “Take time to recharge during off hours, minimising work-related interactions whenever possible.”
Focus on Health and Long-Term Well-being
Infosys is telling employees that this initiative is not just about hours. It’s about personal health, productivity, and sustainable performance.
The company is advising staff to:
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Take regular breaks
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Speak up if feeling overwhelmed
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Delegate tasks when possible
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Disconnect from work after office hours
“We appreciate your commitment, but we believe that maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for both your well-being and long-term success,” reads a line from the HR emails.
Comes After Hybrid Work Policy
This initiative follows Infosys’ return-to-office policy introduced in November 2023. Under the policy, employees must work from the office at least 10 days a month. Since then, HR has been tracking remote work data more closely.
The push for balance comes amid rising health concerns in the corporate world—poor sleep, stress, and heart issues are becoming common among overworked professionals. With over 323,000 employees, Infosys is now taking proactive steps to address the problem.
A Shift from Murthy’s Hard Work Ideals
Interestingly, the company’s softer stance on hours contrasts with comments made by Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy just last year.
Speaking at multiple public events, Murthy called on young Indians to work longer and harder, even opposing the concept of work-life balance. At the CNBC Global Leadership Summit in 2023, he said, “I don’t believe in this concept of work-life balance.”
His views sparked a nationwide debate. While many admired his dedication, others questioned whether such expectations were realistic or healthy—especially in the demanding tech industry.
New Message for a New Era
Infosys’ latest campaign signals a generational shift in how companies view employee well-being. The focus is no longer just on output, but also on the sustainability of work habits.
As remote and hybrid work models evolve, the message is clear: Balance is not a luxury—it’s a necessity.
