Before you can review objectives, they should be clearly defined, with measurable output such as completed reports or written codes. If you have a good system for measuring output, it should be equally effective for an employee working at home. If you feel the current measurement criteria are not sufficient, this is a good opportunity to develop them. Evaluate individual work as well as group work. Telecommuters may sustain or even increase individual productivity levels, but their group work may suffer because they are not staying in touch with co-workers.
Some managers are resistant to Telecommuting.
This is a natural reaction considering that, traditionally, jobs have been office based. Some managers feel a loss of control when their employees are not in close contact. Others feel that having telecommuters puts an extra burden on them. A good manager manages by results and not by activity. This is why it is so important to have clearly defined and measurable output.