• Be flexible and open to increasing the frequency of teleworking if it is working well for the employee
• Keep an open mind about teleworking . Be flexible with the program ’ s policies and procedures in case they need to be adjusted for any reason
Choosing the Right Telework Tools
Before launching a telework program , an organization should determine a teleworker ’ s technology needs in order to be just as sufficient working remotely as he or she would be in the main office . There are several technology options to help implement telework , some of which you are already familiar with and others you may need to research further before making the right decision . The inherent technology needs for a teleworker include the following :
• Computer
• Internet connectivity ( high-speed broadband is best )
• E-mail program
• Telephone
• Fax machine
• Collaboration software
In looking at these necessities , few allow for quality interaction between an employer and teleworker , and they do not address the “ myths ” or concerns that managers have when considering telework . Management ’ s highest concern is the fear of having less control over employees who work from home , and not being able to reach a teleworker when you need them . Both of these concerns , among others , can be addressed with a collaboration software program .
Consider Collaboration
By equipping each teleworker and non-teleworker with high-speed Internet , a Web camera , headset and collaboration software , managers can get in touch with teleworkers at all times — and in return , teleworkers can contact managers , employees , vendors and clients . An effective and
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