HR Telecommuting: Solutions for the Human Side of Remote Work

If your company is going to allow Remote Work or Telecommuting, it is essential that a formal program be put in place to avoid the often costly mistakes of Legal Liabilities and program inefficiencies.  Many organizations choose to deploy “ad hoc” programs that are poorly defined to management and the organization overall.  When this happens managers are left guessing at who to select and how to manage their employees.  Additionally, employees often struggle to maintain visibility and “get into the groove” of Remote Work.  Lastly, organizations overall miss the benefits of realizing Green Initiatives, Business Continuity measures, and being able to promote the program internally to attract and retain top talent.

We have found that clients who go through this 5 step process experience far greater success than those who don’t.

1. Define Strategic Initiatives for Remote Work
2. Conduct a Business Impact Analysis
3. Conduct a Technology Analysis
4. Develop Comprehensive Policies and Procedures
5. Build and Conduct Training Workshops for employees and managers