Misuse of workstations in the home, and remote access to sensitive databases and corporate computer systems need to be considered by a firm when creating telecommuting policies. The current business environment oftern relies upon interactions that have little to do with particular projects. Hence, not everyone would thrive in a telecommuting situation. These technologies are expensive, but many of them would not be required for most telecommuting jobs. This would assist the telecommuter immensely.
Telecommuting can provide a new paradigm for the worker of the information society.
The benefits are significant for many professionals, especially those who have skills to use the telecommunications technologies involved in telecommuting. The societal impacts can be substantial as telecommuting increases in popularity. For now, firms need motivation to look toward telecommuting as a possible work-style. Tax incentives, such as disabled employee tax credits, are a means that the government could use to foster the telecommuting of many citizens and to help the public receive the benefits from telecommuting. If current trends continue, the idea of telecommuting will become commonplace, and virtual travelers will not be constrained by rubbernecking delays, toll booths, and the search for a parking spot.