| Advantages in Considering
Alternative Work Arrangements
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Challenges in Considering
Alternative Work Arrangements
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| Promotes cross-training and knowledge expansion within units |
Concerns that accommodating a single individual will require managers to apply such arrangements to all team members; "domino effect" |
| Viable alternative location/productivity strategy during crisis and emergency situations (e.g. electrical outages, natural disasters) |
No departmental/unit precedent in considering such arrangements |
| Reduces negative effects of traffic, pollution and parking impact upon the institution and community |
Lacking resources to manage such requests effectively |
| Strategic recruitment and retention tool; demonstration of the institution's investment and commitment regarding current and future workforce |
Familiarity with traditional methods of "face-to-face" supervision and monitoring of individuals and workloads; understanding and applying newer methods for assessing and evaluating performance |
| Responsive to demographic trends including dependent care and life-cycle issues |
Determining what party is fiscally responsible for associated set-up and maintenance costs (e.g., telephone and fax lines, office equipment and supplies) |
| Responsive to the needs of a diverse workforce and global economy |
Establishing and ensuring safe application of telecommuting equipment, work space arrangements, etc. |
