Thank you for your interest in this discussion about telework in the Federal government. A number of specific questions are posed below to frame the discussion. We are especially interested in learning about viable solutions to telework challenges. It is also important that you respond to background questions. Being aware of your experience will help us to understand differing perspectives as well as give us some idea of how your solutions can be implemented most effectively.
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Thank you for your help in growing telework opportunities across the Federal government.
What experience have you had with telework?
- Do you currently telework or have you ever teleworked? If yes, where (in government, private industry, or both)?
- How often and how long have you teleworked (for example, one day per work week for two years)?
- Overall, would you describe your experience with telework as successful? Why or why not?
If you are a manager/supervisor, what has been your experience with supervising teleworkers?
Please describe your organization and the type of position you hold in your organization (for example, senior executive, manager/supervisor, staff, or contractor).
Telework barriers/challenges in government and industry have been described and can include office coverage, management resistance, organizational culture, IT (security and/or funding), accessibility/universal design, and lack of training. What experience do you have—if any—with these or other telework barriers/challenges you may have faced? How did you or your organization overcome them?
Finally, and most importantly, please take a few minutes to share any additional ideas you have for overcoming telework challenges.
