Many companies are wondering
if remote work, also known as telecommuting, will dominate by 2020. With the help of millennials, remote work has been pushed into the center of attention.
Millennials are shaping the future of remote work because they are the ones seeking flexibility and jobs that will meet their work needs. Now, other employees are interested in telecommuting.
What Is So Great About Remote Work?
According to the PGI Global Telework Survey, 79% of workers around the world work outside of the office. With the latest technology, people can communicate outside of the office via email, telephone, and video conferencing.
Video messaging sites such as Slack, Google Hangouts, and Skype make it easy for people to see each other anywhere they are without having to be in the office. This makes meetings more convenient because you can talk to a large group of people at one time without being face-to-face.
Benefits of Telecommuting
Remote work can be beneficial for both employers and employees in several other ways.
1. Flexibility— Who does not want a job with flexibility? Remote work allows people time to schedule days off and pick and choose what time of the day works best for them to work. You can have time for your personal affairs and work all in the same day.
2. Increased Productivity— Working outside of the office allows more time for employees to schedule their work more efficiently because they are not limited to office hours. Since they are not confined to an office, they can work somewhere else that will allow them to be better focused and productive.
3. No More Commuting— With remote work, there is no need to stress about getting stuck in traffic, saving money for gas, and driving for a long time to get to work. Employees can still get their work done without having to leave their home.
4. Cost Effective— As an employer, imagine the amount of money you can save if most of your employees are working remotely. There would be a lesser need for purchasing office supplies, renting a space, and paying for electricity.
5. Eco-Friendly— Remote work saves the environment. If you are not driving to work, you are protecting the environment from less air pollution.
Note: Not working in the office helps conserve energy. If you are not in the office, there is one less person to run computers, lights, and other office equipment that drains energy.
Here at The Orsus Group, we are dedicated to giving you valuable information for better decision making. We know that remote work can be beneficial to and enhance your workplace.