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Remote workplace practices
Chuck Olsson Chief Human Resources Officer First United Bank & Trust
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Virtual Worker Trends 4.3 million workers (3.2% of work force) work from home at least ½ time. 40% U.S. employers offer flexible work place options. Larger companies, New England & Mid-Atlantic employers offer most telecommuting options. 50% U.S work force holds a job compatible with partial telecommuting. 80-90% workforce would prefer telework at least part time. Salaried workers more likely to work remotely. 43% of workers spent time working remotely.
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Virtual worker trends 68% of Millennials indicated employers with remote workplace policies would be preferred. 30% of telecommuters report being more productive working from home (less distracted). 66% of managers report telecommuters have increased productivity. 82% of telecommuters report lower stress levels. Hiring managers expect more FT staff to work remotely over the next 10 years. Majority of employers lack formal telecommuting policies.
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Virtual worker advantages
Decreases cost (real estate/overhead, commuting costs). Greater employee engagement (conference calls/video). Increased efficiency & productivity (focused work, lack of distraction). Greater work/life balance. Meeting current/future staffing trends (knowledge worker era, greater flexibility) Keeping older workers in the workplace (limiting negative impact of baby-boomer experience succession).
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Virtual Worker Challenges (Best Practices)
Eligible positions, eligible employees - job structuring Measure and manage remote employee performance. - work updates and submission Technology to support remote employees (availability & security). Avoiding worker loneliness and burnout (social connection). Employee performance issues (administering disciplinary action policy). Scheduling and time recordkeeping. Benefits eligibility Contract employees.
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Telecommuting Policy Compensation & Hours Worked Eligibility
Equipment/Tools Workspace Worker’s Compensation Liability Dependent Care Income Tax Commmunication Performance Standards/Evaluation
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