Ch5

Question 1

What is it called if you work from home?

Answer 1

-telecommuters/ mobile employees

Question 2

What are the reasons for the growth of distributed workforce?

Answer 2

-technological change, and globalization

Question 3

Give a definition for distributed workforce

Answer 3

• a workforce that is not located in one geographic location
• > rather, the workforce is across large areas

Question 4

Name some advantages of distributed workforce

Answer 4

• distributed workforce can help small businesses maintain adequate staffing and take advantage of more efficient work processes
• Expand Geographic Limitations (talents from outside)

Question 5

Name some disadvantages of distributed workforce

Answer 5

• Open Up Potential Security Issues (cyber crime)

- Weaken Communication