Telework Home -Getting Started - FAQ - Facts & Figures

Learn more about teleworking basics with this Telework Brochure! (.pdf)

Many RTP organizations have structured telework programs with procedures that include application submission and management approval. This site provides general information for telework as a commute alternative. However, it is best to check with your organization’s management to see if you are eligible for teleworking.

Positions generally suited for telework are those in which:

• Face-to-face interactions can be scheduled on specific days
• Internal and external clients’ needs can be met while telecommuting
• Clear work objectives can be met
• Productivity may be increased by uninterrupted time (e.g., data entry, planning, editing, reading, research, and word processing)
  

Resources:

Telework: A Guide for Implementation

TeleCommute Connecticut
"A free and comprehensive resource for Connecticut employers," this site is full of great information for employees and managers in any state. Loaded with research, telework statistics, and extensive links.

International Telework Association and Council (ITAC)
Tons of information, research, and links to resources.

Canadian Telework Association
This site would be the best resource for prospective teleworkers looking to build their business case before asking their bosses to work from home if all of the links worked. You'll still find stats, figures, cost-benefit analyses, tips for making your pitch, and even a self-check to make sure you're ready to telework. Once you start teleworking, it has great resources for how to deal with the top three teleworking issues: isolation, co-worker envy and how to stay on your boss's radar.