Five signs your telework program is a bust

5. Security breachPossibly the worst sign of an unsuccessful telework program is the loss of client data or a corporate security breach that’s blamed on inadequate telework policies.

"Data handling is a crucial area to include,” Rothke says. Companies must "make sure the user has the basics, a shredder and a secure area, including a locking file cabinet, in which to work. If an employee works with confidential data, ensure that their computer is in a secure area of their home,” he adds.

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