It’s no secret that the workplace is changing. Today’s technology enables employees to work from anywhere in the world while simultaneously staying connected 24/7.

For telecommuting employees, this presents unprecedented freedom in choosing where to work, and a significant portion are taking advantage of this perk. A 2015 Gallup poll shows that 37% of American workers telecommute at least occasionally.

For employers, there are significant benefits to embracing the “work-from-anywhere” culture. Allowing employees to work from home helps to:

• Attract talent from a wider geographic area.
• Boost worker retention.
• Lower fixed costs.
• Increase worker productivity.

Telecommuting can also present challenges, including one that most employers don’t typically consider: the need for Workers’ Compensation insurance to cover employees working from home or other venues not controllable by the business.