Comments on: How much does telecommuting save, anyway? (Hint: LOTS)

By: Freedom from the office: the Bedouin way | Biotech Innovator

Freedom from the office: the Bedouin way | Biotech Innovator — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 20:05:27 +0000

[...] How much does telecommuting save, anyway? (Hint: LOTS) (blogs.cisco.com) [...]

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By: Irene Sandler

Irene Sandler — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 20:29:55 +0000

Absolutely, Lexi! We’re able to keep our car ownership to one because I telecommute. The savings continue: no additional insurance, no additional gas or maintenance costs, a little bit more exercise (if I need to run errands), etc. And frankly, I save on wardrobe costs!

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By: Irene Sandler

Irene Sandler — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 20:28:17 +0000

You are right, Mark. Most of the cost in electrical, HVAC; it enables “hoteling” whereby people do not have fixed cubicles. I’m also much more productive at my home office. I might miss out on the water cooler gossip, but I get a heck of a lot more done!

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By: Lexi Kiser

Lexi Kiser — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 20:07:30 +0000

I agree with Mark’s comment. I worked in the office for several years, and then moved across the country and became a full time remote worker. I have found that I can get the same amount of work done, and often more, than I would being in the office. Distractions are reduced and I enjoy a quiet comfortable atmosphere… but I can still use WebEx to meet with colleagues and customers. And of course, I save money not having to commute!

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By: Mark Okern

Mark Okern — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:37:30 +0000

My guess would be savings in electrical, HVAC, cutbacks in infrastructure density…I personally am far more productive remotely than I am in the office, simply because I am more distracted at HQ. Too many people, too many meetings, all vying for time.

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By: Darren

Darren — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 22:05:43 +0000

How does Cisco figure $2400 per year?

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