Remote working programs can help businesses deal with major disruptions
For big city-based companies, managing employee time and attendance can be difficult, especially in light of public transportation and citywide events.
London provides a perfect example. The city's employers are strategizing how to get the most out of its workers, many of whom will be forced to work remotely, during the 2012 London Olympic Games.
While many wouldn't guess the Games to be such an impediment to business as usual, the already crowded city expects an additional 5.3 million visitors, raising the number of public transportation users to 8 million per day and meaning late workers and less-than amiable tempers, Computer Business Review writes.
However, the source suggests that for companies coping with similar issues or just trying to make the most of their remote worker programs, the success is in the planning, including implementing the proper technology, systems and modes of communication.
Additionally, planning early will make staff comfortable with the change. "By planning the strategy early and by giving staff time to adjust and get up to speed with new systems, change can be better received," the source explains. "Buy-in can also be more easily achieved by emphasizing the benefits to the individual, like reduced business travel time and cost, and improved work-life balance."
London provides a perfect example. The city's employers are strategizing how to get the most out of its workers, many of whom will be forced to work remotely, during the 2012 London Olympic Games.
While many wouldn't guess the Games to be such an impediment to business as usual, the already crowded city expects an additional 5.3 million visitors, raising the number of public transportation users to 8 million per day and meaning late workers and less-than amiable tempers, Computer Business Review writes.
However, the source suggests that for companies coping with similar issues or just trying to make the most of their remote worker programs, the success is in the planning, including implementing the proper technology, systems and modes of communication.
Additionally, planning early will make staff comfortable with the change. "By planning the strategy early and by giving staff time to adjust and get up to speed with new systems, change can be better received," the source explains. "Buy-in can also be more easily achieved by emphasizing the benefits to the individual, like reduced business travel time and cost, and improved work-life balance."
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