Identifying Flaws in the CEO's Reasoning

In a recent corporate strategy meeting, the CEO of a tech firm claimed that implementing a remote work policy would lead to a significant increase in employee productivity. To support this assertion, the CEO referenced anecdotal evidence from management and noted rising productivity figures in companies known for remote work policies. However, an internal report suggested that the productivity increase at their company is inconsistent among teams and may be influenced by various factors unrelated to remote work, such as differing levels of team cohesion and workload management.

The internal report raises concerns about the CEO's argument. Which of the following best identifies the flaw in the CEO's reasoning?