While homeworking has become more prevalent over recent times, it should be acknowledged that the practice may not suit every employee, every job, or every organisation. Whilst the benefits such as reduced operational costs or commuting time may seem compelling, there are some drawbacks to the practice that need some consideration.
The initial switch from office to homeworking may adversely affect the mental health of some staff, however, the negative effect of the change in work location may subside over time for many as staff became more accustomed to working at home. We are in the relative infancy of homeworking on a large scale and so very little study has taken place to fully understand the impacts of long-term homeworking.
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