> So unless you have a job that requires minimal communication on a day-to-day basis, an office is superior for productivity.

Depends on the type of work you do. In my last job almost all communication was remote via video call (except a meeting with the CEO every two weeks). Commuting just to sit in front of a computer to talk to others made no sense -> I lost way too many hours of my life to driving needlessly around.

I'm all for meeting in person, if there is a clear benefit. Otherwise it's like with all the other bullshit, stop doing it!