Telework, a flexible work option for commuters to work from home or office, is a new standard for workers. The Sun Rideshare program offers resources and assists in navigating telework options, policies and practices to ensure telework can be a productive option for employees. For assistance or information, contact Mary Carter. Telework is a great option for employees who can work remotely and be productive and continue to deliver projects.

Employer Benefits

• Helps achieve Travel Reduction Ordinance goals
• Increases productivity
• Decreases absenteeism
• Improves employee morale
• Decreases overhead
• Provides a great retention & recruitment tool

Employee Benefits

• Decreases stress
• Decreases or eliminates commute time & expenses
• Increases job satisfaction
• Decreases work-related expenses
• Provides balance between work & family life

Community Benefits

• Decreases air pollutants
• Reduces traffic congestion
• Reduces the need for new roads
• Reduces the number of latchkey kids
• Provides safer neighborhoods
• Increases regulatory compliance
• Decreases motor vehicle accidents
• Reduces dependency on imported oil

Case Studies

• American Airlines
• IBM
• University Medical Center

Additional Telework Links

• International Telework Association and Council
• Gil Gordon Associates
• Teletrips
• State of Arizona Telecommuting Zone
• Texas Transportation Institute

Telework Resources

State of Arizona

• State of Arizona Telework Program
• Teleworking has never been more important

Federal

• The Telework Enhancement Act of 2010
• U.S. Office of Personnel Management – A Guide for Building a Telework Program
• A Guide to Telework in The Federal Government (Office of Personnel Management & General Services Administration)
• Office of Personnel Management 2011 Guide to Telework in the Federal Government

Strategies

• The Strategize, Transform, Implement, Recalibrate (STIR) model for a successful telework model
• Successful Telework Programs: The ‘STIR’ Model
• Best practices for an effective telework program - HELIO HR Consulting
• Keep the job, lose the commute
• Benefits of teleworking – Telework VA, Virginia State Governments