Those results have to be good if telecommuting is to succeed. Telecommuters have to adjust to being isolated from daily co-worker interactions. Some may compensate for the lack of social interactions in the office by keeping in contact by phone, e-mail, etc. However, some people may dismiss the possibility of telecommuting knowing that they need social contact on a regular basis in order to work productively. The supervisor of a telecommuter must be open to new ideas, be trusting of employees, and be a good communicator.
Performance is monitored and managed by results rather than by traditional observations.
Not all jobs are adapted easily to a telecommuting arrangement. Jobs that are adapted easily include those that consist of writing, reading, researching, independent thinking, editing, and working with data. The job should have an independent function, be more technology and information driven, and have measurable duties. The telecommuter needs to be continually aware of University guidelines, policies and practices. Close communication between the telecommuter and the supervisor will ensure that the employee is aware of any departmental or University priorities.