Kpop agencies are stuck in a past era with their insistence on in-person everything. This rigidity directly contributes to artist burnout, as seen in numerous hiatus announcements. Embracing virtual sessions for recording and planning could alleviate so much of that pressure. Groups that have integrated remote work often report better mental health and consistent output. Fans also feel more connected when artists share behind-the-scenes digital content, which is harder with strictly in-person setups. Agencies need to adapt or they'll keep losing talented artists to exhaustion.