Teleworking
Using Technology to Work Smarter
It's time to get even more benefit from technology. Teleworking is possible from just about anywhere - from home, a telecenter, the local coffee shop or anywhere that has a wireless Internet connection. Teleworking can include conference calling or video conferencing for meetings instead of driving to an off-site location or working from a remote office.
Benefits
Teleworking not only saves time that would otherwise be spent traveling, it also saves you money on gas and parking. By teleworking you also gain increased schedule flexibility while reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality.
Getting Started
As an Employer
You can start a teleworking program by first surveying employees to determine their level of interest. You may also want to review your business operations to determine if teleworking is possible and which positions could benefit from it. Decide if you want to allow employees to telework by working primarily from an off-site location, or if you want them to use it more for meetings and other necessities. When beginning a program, establish policies regarding work hours and set clear expectations for your employees.
As an Employee
Check with your company's human resources department to determine if there is a telework program already established. You should also discuss with your supervisor which aspects of teleworking work best for your department's workload, as well as for you personally. If there currently is no policy regarding teleworking, ask your human resources department to survey the other employees and determine the level of interest in teleworking.
