If you have never considered hiring a person or company that operates outside of your company premises, it might be time to reconsider. Technology now allows work to be performed from almost anywhere. Workers that perform their duties off site, are often referred to as telecommuters. As documented in a recent edition of Smart Commuting magazine, studies show that telecommuters are often more productive than their in-office peers. In addition to the benefit of increased productivity, Employers save money by avoiding the necessity of providing a work station, associated office space and utilities.
Telecommuting enables firms to recruit from a greater resource pool.
According to Telecommute America, 19.6 million workers were telecommuting in October 1999.