May be able to reduce parking subsidies as an employee benefit. May be able to reduce or eliminate catering subsidies or the facilities themselves. Travel difficulties are avoided. Increased stress generated by a difficult commute. Less time taken off due to illness.
Employee is less likely to contract contagious diseases such as flu, colds, viruses, etc.
Improved general health because of reduced stress and exposure to pollution. Reduced risk of commuting accident. Less exposure to violence en route to and at the work place. Ability to cope more easily with personal family matters. What was once commuting time is now available to make arrangements to cover school closings, minor family illnesses, and household repairs, services, etc.