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MENLO PARK, Calif., Feb. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Telecommuting continues to dominate the news and water-cooler discussions this week – everyone seems to have an opinion about whether it helps or hinders companies and their employees. New research from Robert Half Technology illustrates the dual views on telecommuting:
- In a survey of more than 3,300 IT Workers conducted by Robert Half Technology three in four IT workers said a remote working option was at least somewhat important when considering a new job opportunity.
- Conversely, 74 percent of IT workers also say they generally prefer working on-site versus remotely.
- Among respondents who preferred working on-site, the majority indicated they appreciate the camaraderie involved with working face-to-face.
- Among those who preferred remote working arrangements, the majority cited increased productivity due to fewer interruptions and the lack of a commute as the reasons for their preference.
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Full Survey Results:
How important to you is a remote working option when deciding whether to accept a job offer?
|
Answer |
% |
|
Very important |
23% |
|
Somewhat important |
52% |
|
Not important |
25% |
|
Total |
100% |
In general, do you prefer to work remotely or on-site within a company?
|
Answer |
% |
|
On-site |
74% |
|
Remotely |
26% |
|
Total |
100% |
If you prefer working on-site, why?
|
Answer |
% |
|
Like the camaraderie/being around people |
40% |
|
Important for career growth to have face time in the office |
26% |
|
Hard to collaborate or have "on the fly" meetings remotely |
20% |
|
It's hard to focus when I work from home |
10% |
|
Other (Please list) |
4% |
|
Total |
100% |
If you prefer working remotely, why?
|
Answer |
% |
|
Greater productivity because of fewer interruptions |
39% |
|
No commute |
38% |
|
Prefer not to have to socialize, work with a lot of people |
1% |
|
Able to better manage my work/personal obligations |
19% |
|
Other (Please list) |
3% |
|
Total |
100% |
SOURCE Robert Half Technology