Six Considerations For A Successful Work-From-Home Arrangement

A work-from-home arrangement can be a productive means to attract and retain talent. Effective work-from-home policies allow companies to provide flexibility and support to employees, while maintaining productivity and meeting other work requirements. Offering this voluntary benefit, however, can create headaches and legal risk for employers.  Here are six key considerations for employers to think about in offering such arrangements to their workforces.

1. Set Clear and Consistent Eligibility Standards. Employers must set clear and consistent eligibility standards for employees to meet and maintain to ensure a productive and fair work-from-home arrangement. Factors to weigh in setting these standards are the employee's position and duties, work skills, years of service and performance history.  Based on the employer, and the requested work-from home arrangement, employers may consider other objective factors. Even if an employee meets the basic eligibility