Remote Access Business Drivers

This dramatic shift that increased the remote workforce has multiple benefits for both the employer and employee. In understanding these benefits we also understand the potential risk. As the old saying goes, “there is no free lunch.” For each benefit, we need to consider the risk. For example, an employee may find the peace and quiet in a home office beneficial. At the same time, employees are less supervised and there is less informal collaboration. While everyone’s situation may be different, let’s consider the potential benefits outlined in Table 13-1.

TABLE 13-1 Employer and Employee Remote Access Potential Benefit

Employer Employee
Talent retention Freedom and flexibility
Cost saving Cost saving ...

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