mandatory

When Emma opened her inbox on Monday , she found a concise notice announcing a mandatory workshop for all personnel next Wednesday . The notice explained that the workshop would cover revisions to the company's remote - work guidelines and that participation was required . She consulted her calendar , considered the commute , and phoned her supervisor to request remote participation because of a scheduled medical appointment . After a brief negotiation they agreed that she would attend the core presentations on - site and review the remaining briefing materials asynchronously , which allowed her to satisfy the requirement . Arriving early at the venue gave her time to skim the documents and to pose targeted questions that clarified how the revised guidelines would alter her weekly routine . Although mandatory events can seem disruptive , she left reassured about expectations and ready to adjust her schedule .