Digital Government
Are remote workers more likely to visit adult sites?
Mobile workers are more likely than officebound counterparts to try to reach blocked web resources -- but not in all categories.
People
Telework pilot projects: From acclimation to adaptation and adoption
One of the most effective ways to overcome management resistance to telework is to start with a pilot project, experts say.
People
4 reasons why managers resist telework--and why they might be wrong
We asked federal managers to share their concerns about telework and then asked management experts to address those concerns. The bottom line? It all comes down to performance management.
People
Workforce morale can be sapped by unskillled managers
A recent study shows that employees are often dissatisfied with supervisors who have technical rather than managerial chops, writes columnist Steve Kelman.
People
4 reasons why federal managers resist telework
In response to a recent blog post, federal managers explain why they would rather not allow employees to work from home.
People
Making telework happen: It's up to managers now
Management resistance to telework is rational and born of experience, but it need not be a permanent obstacle, writes Patricia Niehaus, president of the Federal Managers Association.
People
Telework proponents still face management resistance
Federal managers who oppose allowing their employees to telework have another opportunity to dig in their heels, retrench and batten down the hatches.
People
An excerpt from the Telework Improvements Act of 2010
The following language is excerpted from H.R. 1722, sponsored by Rep. John Sarbanes (D-Md.) and passed by the House on July 14, 2010.
People
Five reasons why some feds would rather not telework
Make no mistake: The vast majority of readers commenting on telework stories in recent weeks clearly favor having the option to work from home on a regular basis. But here is the minority report.
Digital Government
Navy sets sights on workers with strong business skills
The Navy is seeking professionals who understand business fundamentals and collaborate well at all levels.
Digital Government
Sustainability provides yet another reason to increase telework opportunities
In releasing new greenhouse gas reduction targets for federal agencies this week, the White House noted that some new ideas—including reducing emissions from employee travel and commuting, and expanding bicycle commuting—are being incorporated into each agency’s annual sustainability plan.
Digital Government
Wanna-be federal teleworkers raise their voices
Anyone doubting feds’ deep-seated desire to telework had better take a look at some of the activity on the GovCareerNetwork blog over the last 48 hours.
People
Why do federal managers oppose telework?
We have to ask: Do government supervisors have legitimate reasons for not letting federal employees telework?
People
More feds may telework, House says
Teleworkers of the world rejoice! House lawmakers have passed a bill to expand the number of federal employees eligible to telework.
Digital Government
Are qualified feds being denied teleworking opportunities?
The Office of Personnel Management has made it a point to voice strong support for telework. And Congress is working on passing legislation that will make it easier to do.
People
Telework remains out of reach for many feds, survey shows
Feds aren't any more satisfied with their agencies' telework policies than in years past, according to results released today.
Modernization
Data Mining
The public is wary about Internet tracking; mobile users feel safe; telecommuting views don't match reality.
People
Telework: Report tells tale of operational benefits, management resistance
The government is not expanding or promoting flexible work arrangements across the federal sphere, despite the benefit of government being able to operate in the event of a disruption to a physical facility, according to a new report.
Modernization
Data Mining
Telecommuters can handle more work; Cloud and mobile computing will overtake PCs by 2020; Feds use unsafe methods to transfer files.
People