Report: Remote work benefits employers, too

Companies willing to cede a bit of control could be in for a productivity windfall.

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The 9-to-5 workplace paradigm is undergoing a seismic shift—and it could be good news for everyone.

Business Insider reports on a German study’s findings that allowing employees to work remotely leads to a “long-term increase in productivity and employee satisfaction.” That, of course, can be an essential ingredient for any company looking to increase profits, production and morale.

Many companies have been loath to relinquish the accountability, camaraderie and collaboration inherent in office life, but modern workers tend to value flexibility more than just about any other perk. Employers willing to give workers the freedom to work from wherever could create a mutually beneficial relationship.

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