Calif. Workers check in with a computerized secretary who assigns a temporary workspace. By instituting hoteling, the company managed to avoid leasing another building. Many organizations use telecommuting to attract and retain top talent. Katie Vilander, manager of administration, decided to advertise telecommuting as a work option in employment ads. Telecommuting helps us stay competitive.
Telecommuting also provides staffing flexibility.
Our telecommuters are a godsend during those times. They're able to get to work regardless of the weather. Telecommuters typically work longer hours and more workdays than the average employee. She estimates an annual sick time reduction of about 15 hours per telecommuting employee. Costs Getting started as a telecommuter doesn't require a huge investment.