We are now applying for grant funds that would require us to hire at least six new staff, all of whom will be teleworkers. I believe that telework will keep us at the cutting edge in our business. The center employs 15 staff. Background and Implementation RMC implemented a telework program in 1999 to improve employee morale, recruitment and retention. RMC has three teleworkers who telework from one-three days per week.
Technical support is available to all teleworkers.
The employees do pay the costs for a second phone line, but can access the company network from home. Teleworkers also have access to office laptops. The teleworkers' schedules are communicated through a shared-files network and through white boards in the office. The teleworkers receive calls at home from clients and co-workers and typically work hours similar to what they would work if they were in the office. While teleworking, these employees read, write, word process, develop training modules and conduct business by phone.