Today we can see a radical change in the way people work. The concept of going to a high-rise building, spending time there and then returning home no longer works. It can be said that the age of 9 to 5 job is breathing its last.

1. Benefits of a Mobile Workforce
Today we can see a radical change in the way people work. The concept of going to a high-rise building,
spending time there and then returning home no longer works. It can be said that the age of 9 to 5 job is
breathing its last. Globalization coupled with explosive growth in the development and use of
communication devices accelerated the growth of a mobile workforce. This next generation workforce no
longer requires an office atmosphere to be productive. The availability of new devices and services are
empowering employees to make the choice with respect to location and time. Be it customer / partner
sites, home office, coffee shops, public Internet kiosk, airport lounges, or libraries the location is not an
issue for the new workforce. Though it is a matter of choice most enterprises and organizations are taking
the plunge because of its immense advantages.
Benefits of Mobile Workforce
There are several advantages of having a mobile workforce; the notable ones are given below:
· Greater Flexibility
Being a mobile worker means getting the flexibility to do work the way he/she prefers. Their approach to
work depends on their individual preferences, styles and strengths.
· Low Absenteeism
Absenteeism is one of the major problems faced by companies all over the world. It can be a burden for
the organization as it translates into low productivity and extra costs in hiring the services of additional
staff. However, with a mobile workforce the rate of absenteeism reduces considerably.
· Technological Advancements
The development of new devices such as smartphones, iPhones, iPads, laptops, tablets, Wi-Fi and
increased accessibility of the Internet has made tasks such as filing reports, holding meetings, editing
proposals and so on easy.
· Increased Productivity
Mobile workers increase productivity by putting in those hours, which would have otherwise spent on
commuting. They can work even at those times when going to office is impossible such as bad weather,
roadblocks, or any repair works at office. Some workers work even when they are ill.
· Reduced Carbon Footprint
Since mobile workers need not require office space, it translates into reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

2. Moreover, reduced commuting means reduced air pollution.
· Reduced Expenses
Employers benefits from reduced capital cost for offices and reduced infrastructure costs. Employees on
the other hand, enjoy reduced transportation costs and parking charges.
As stated above, it is a matter of choice. Those enterprises that truly believe in a mobile workforce can
make it a success. Since mobile workforce is not without disadvantages, only a properly managed and
implemented mobile workforce can give companies and enterprises the much-needed competitive edge in
this hypercompetitive business environment.
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