Process

The following steps have proven successful in developing company telework programs:

Telework Program Set Up:

• Designate a Telework Coordinator. For larger employers, a Telework Advisory Committee might be beneficial.
• Download the Telework!VA Organization Assessment Tool from the Telework!VA website. This document will help both the employer and Telework!VA get a better idea of how telework can best assist the organization.  
• Download a sample telework policy and agreement from the Telework!VA website.
• Disseminate the online Telework!VA Baseline Survey to all employees (link to be provided by Telework!VA representative).
• Disseminate the online Teleworker Self-Assessment to the appropriate employees.
• Set goal for number of teleworkers and frequency, based on results of Telework Self-Assessments and other factors. 
• Finalize telework policy and procedures, with assistance from Telework!VA as appropriate.  

Implementation Phase:

• Hold telework launch event for employees.
• Conduct training for teleworkers, managers, and co-workers, either online or in person.  
• Implement the telework program.