How your organization benefits from remote working
Simply put, remote working makes all parties involved more agile. This agility is noted in the many benefits that remote workers cite for preferring it to traditional work arrangements.
For some, it comes in the form of greater time flexibility. By eliminating the daily commute, they can spend more time with family, and the reduction in miles driven helps decrease their carbon footprint.
Others enjoy being able to travel the world without putting their career on hold. Daily explorations bring new experiences and insights that keep them fresh and motivated to do their best work.
Additionally, remote working allows many more people to enter the workforce. Those suffering from chronic conditions or disabilities can remain productive without the challenges of traveling to and navigating a far-off workplace.
While these benefits improve the lives of workers, their employers also benefit from remote work policies.
Cost savings for workers and employers: Remote work arrangements can save employers up to $11,000 per employee. Workers stand to save $7,000 by lowering wardrobe, transportation and childcare costs. Taking millions of commuters off the road significantly reduces greenhouse gases.
Attracting and retaining talent: Remote work has become so attractive that 80% of workers said they’d turn down a job that didn’t offer it. Companies that already offer remote work arrangements decrease employee attrition rates by 50%. Catering to digital nomads will be essential in the future fight for talent.
More present, more productive: Despite less direct oversight (or perhaps because of it), remote workers have been found to be 13% more productive than their counterparts at the office, and they also take fewer sick days. The time gained from eliminating a commute allows workers to be more present with their family and community outside of work.
