As Credit Crunch Bites Hard Companies Open Their Doors to New Talent - Remotely

15 November 2008:

Flexible working

The option of flexible working provides far more opportunities for older workers, working parents, disadvantaged groups and workers with a disability. Employers should now be opening their doors to the wide pool of talent across the UK who need flexible or remote employment.

Remote working

Working remotely or working from home significantly improves productivity, enabling businesses to be more competitive, and enhances work-life balance for staff, with added health and leisure benefits. The recent emergence of 'virtual jobs' and 'virtual communities' is changing the way companies attract and retain skilled employees.