1. Presented By Helen Tongai Ward May 1, 2016
Telecommuting
Presented By Helen Tongai Ward
May 1, 2016

2. Understanding Telecommuting
Telecommuting also referred to as a flexible work arrangement (FWA) allows managers and employees to think more strategically about when and how work gets done and when properly implemented telecommuting assists in achieving work life balance while increasing job satisfaction and meeting company goals.
Telecommuting arrangements should be:
Strategic – links to the organization’s vision and direction, responsive to its needs (including the nature of the business and its operating hours) and the demands of the customers
Integrated into business planning and documented
Values based – involves fair and transparent decision-making, as well as a supportive culture
Shared responsibility between employees and management
Responsive to changing needs of employees and the organization
Inclusive – creates an environment that supports and engages all employees
Evaluated – ensures measurable outcomes and benefits are achieved
Work Resources: Employee Online Intranet

3. Understanding Telecommuting
Three levels of responsibility (for leaders, people managers, and individual contributors), and four elements of implementing telecommuting/FWAs (setting direction, culture, action, and review).
Setting Direction
Culture
Action
Review
Leaders
Take flexible work from rhetoric to reality
Show commitment to flexible work
Identify needs and support initiatives
Review implementation
Managers
Promote flexible work
Create a supportive culture
Implement and sustain arrangements
Review and measure
Employees
Match organizational and personal needs
Consider the possibilities and consequences
Work cooperatively with managers and co-workers to ensure success
Assess flexible work arrangement success at work and in your personal life
*Adapted from Making Flexible Work a Success, Victoria State Services Authority

4. Benefits of Telecommuting: What’s in it for me?
Increased Job Satisfaction
Improved quality of life (Work Life Balance)
Reduced time spent in traffic and using that time to work
Reduced expenses to car

5. Benefits of Telecommuting: What’s in it for You?
Help attract and retain talented employees
Foster an environment of trust by rewarding productive employees
Improve morale and overall job satisfaction amongst employees
Reduce absenteeism while increasing employee efficiency

6. Why I’m ready to telework
I’m able to work independently
I am comfortable without face to face interaction with peers and management as I am able to communicate effectively with company resources to keep stakeholders informed
I am motivated, self-disciplined and not easily distracted
I have proven I can be trusted and have a good working relationship with you and others in management
I can be flexible to change my schedule to meet your business needs
I have the right equipment and technology to telecommute

7. My commitment to you Thank You!
Maintain high level of performance by meeting our business objectives
Maintain open and honest communication regarding telework arrangement
Thank You!

8. References Victoria State Services Authority
Work Resources: Employee Online Intranet
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