Implementation Solutions

The Telework Consortium brings a new approach to the implementation of telework and distributed work programs. It requires the convergence of certain technologies and techniques:

• Software that utilizes the public Internet for a robust visual/audio collaboration experience
  
• Hardware and other tools that deliver high-end performance and interaction
  
• True broadband infrastructure for asynchronous upload and download speeds
  
• Management techniques that rely on performance-based evaluations
  

To evaluate and report on this convergence and its adoption in both the private and public sectors, the Telework Consortium works directly with companies and agencies to implement telework solutions. The organization provides on networks, hardware, software, workflow and workplace culture, as well as access to the latest collaboration software and other tools in order to implement a robust distributed work experience that goes several steps beyond a typical telecommuting plan.

Companies or organizations seeking to research or implement a distributed work or telework solution can partner with the Consortium to receive a detailed assessment of their current IT, HR, management and employee policies and environment. During a formal assessment, Telework Consortium team members will spend on-site time with the company to evaluate current workflow, IT infrastructure and policies. Concluding these sessions, the Telework Consortium will provide a written Assessment Report, including an analysis of:

• Hardware and IT Infrastructure
  
• IT Security and Network Policies
  
• Remote Connectivity
  
• Software
  
• Workflow
  
• Work Culture
  
• Human Resource Policies
  
• Cost Estimates: Capital and Recurring
  
• Schedule for Implementation of Telework Program
  

For parties interested in pursuing a telework program after reviewing their Assessment, continued engagement opportunities with the Consortium are discussed and considered.

For more information about receiving a formal Telework Consortium Assessment, please
contact us.

The Consortium has worked with several prestigious public and private sector organizations on telework solutions, including:

• U.S. Treasury Department (TIGTA)
  
• U.S. Office of Civil Rights
  
• Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
  
• Blake Landscapes
  
• Vollmer Associates
  
• Frederick County Schools
  
• Washington Metropolitan Telework Centers
  
• NetTech Telework Center
  

Several detailed case studies on successful telework programs are available:

• Amendment One (Loudoun Magazine)
  
• Nova Medical Group
  
• Loudoun County Government