Working remotely benefits your small business, your employees, and the environment too. Here are a few reasons why you should think green and consider remote management:

• Less on-site workers = less overhead costs
  By moving employees out of the office, your small business can save tens of thousands of dollars. These numbers dwarf the costs of IT support.
• Improved employee satisfaction
  According to a recent study by Cisco, a majority of its respondents experienced a significant increase in work-life flexibility, productivity and overall satisfaction as a result of being able to work remotely.
• It’s better for the environment
  Telecommuting saves energy in the office and on the roads. Avoiding traffic is a nice benefit too.
• Increased productivity
  Employees who enjoy the flexibility of working remotely tend to be more productive and display increased motivation. Companies such as Atlanta Regional Commission reported an average productivity increase of 17 percent as a result of their telework programs (Clean Air Campaign, 2007).

The transition from cubicle to home office might not be easy at first because you can no longer just walk by your workers’ desks to check on them. But if you can afford the paradigm shift, the benefits can easily outweigh the cost. In this economy, it makes sense to save money- and you can do just that through remote management.