FWA Guidelines

• Examples • Benefits and Challenges • Success Factors • Compensation and Benefits Implications • Internal Best Practices • Remote Work Agreement • Troubleshooting • FAQs
*Remote Work Benefits and Challenges* Having the option of working remotely might keep a valued employee who is moving from the area from having to leave our Company. It can also increase the size of our recruiting pool. Remote work has benefits for both employees and Our Company. But there are challenges, too. Whether you’re an employee or a manager you’ll want to understand the benefits and challenges of remote work for employees and for Our Company. These are the realities of remote work:
For Employees
	Benefits • Improves performance effectiveness • Decreases interruptions • Provides job access for the geographically remote and physically challenged • Helps balance personal and work responsibilities • Save money • May allow work when mildly ill or recovering from surgery • Provides a decentralized capability during emergencies Challenges • Fear of isolation • Potential for distractions • Reduced access to technical support • Tendency to overwork • Maintaining office influence, career and promotional opportunities • May cost money • Loss of office conveniences • Getting enough exercise; avoiding the "fridge factor" syndrome
For Our Company
	Benefits • Improves performance effectiveness • Retains valued employees • Helps gain a recruitment edge • Reduces employee stress and increases commitment • Reduces paid absences and tardiness • Increases productivity • Reduces need for additional office space • Provides access for employees with disabilities Challenges • Fear that "everyone" will want to work remotely • Concern that it will be more work for managers • Cost of equipment • Evaluating performance • Getting managers to understand and embrace business-based flexibility • Concerns about equity • Concerns about access and accessibility
If you’re interested in possible solutions to the challenges to employees and managers, check out the Success Factors, FAQs About Remote Work, Remote Work Troubleshooting Guide, FAQ's About FWAs and Principles.