Archive · 17 Jun 2025
TCS Introduces Mandatory 225-Day Billing Policy for Employees
TCS, a big IT company, is making some changes to how its employees work.
They now need to work on projects for at least 225 days every year.
This means they have a limited time, about 35 days, where they're not assigned to a project.
If they are not working on a project, they need to spend time improving their skills to be ready for new roles.
Not following these rules could affect their pay and career advancement.
TCS wants everyone to work from the office except in urgent situations, to make it faster to put people on projects.
TCS now mandates a minimum of 225 billed days annually for employees.
The policy, effective June 12, limits bench time to a maximum of 35 days per year.
Unassigned employees are required to spend 4-6 hours daily on upskilling and interview preparation.
Non-compliance with the policy may lead to impacts on compensation, career growth, and employment.
Physical office presence is mandatory, with exceptions for emergencies.
- Who
- TCS employees.
- What
- TCS has implemented a new associate deployment policy.
- When
- Effective June 12.
- Where
- TCS offices.
- Why
- To reduce unassigned time and ensure better workforce utilization.
Employee Concerns
Company Rationale
Impact on Employee Opportunities
Employee Concerns
Long periods on the bench may have adverse impacts.
Company Rationale
The company aims to ensure effective resource allocation and engagement.
- Policy Implementation Date
- June 12
- Minimum Billable Days
- 225 per year
- Maximum Bench Time
- 35 days per year
- Upskilling Requirement
- 4-6 hours per day for unassigned employees
- Work Arrangement
- Mandatory office presence
Sources
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